2009 Kawasaki Zg1400a9f problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Tires (1) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1) · Fuel System, Gasoline (1)
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (1)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Seats 2020-07-23 · MC20-07 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service bulletin mc20-07 - kawasaki has created an inspection procedure to address any owner related questions about the proper way to install the seat on their zg1400. all 2008 through 2020 models are eligible for inspection if the owner experiences a seat that will not latch properly.
What owners report
2011-08-10 · Tires · 6,143 mi“there have been no incidents to date, per se, that is, no failures, crashes or injuries; however, the tire is wearing irregularly, and it is imparting poor handling characteristics to the vehicle, that is, the motorcycle. *tr…”
2010-12-10 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 7,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2009 kawasaki zg1400a9f concourse motorcycle. the contact was driving approximately 60 mph when the fuel system injector warning light was illuminated and the vehicle stalled. the contact stated that the failure would occur intermittently and when contacting the dealer, the dealer advised he did not have the necessary tools t…”
2010-09-11 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 9,500 mi“rear brake lever on motorcycle failed to return after application while making a turn (no stop required at this turn). took some time in heavy traffic to figure out cause of significantly reduced power, but was able to finally pry the lever back up with my foot. much grinding/crunching felt as the lever crushed debris trapped in the linkage. thi…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.