NHTSA Recall 08V047000: Equipment
KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,645 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Kawasaki ZG1400A8F.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V047000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | January 31, 2008 |
| Owner notification | February 4, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kawasaki is recalling 4,645 my 2008 zg1400a8f, zg1400a8fl, zg1400b8f, and zg1400b8fl motorcycles. The pivot pin for the latches that secure the saddlebags to the vehicle can break if force is applied to either saddlebag such as in the event the vehicle falls over while parked or if the saddlebag is improperly attached.
Safety risk
Continued use of the vehicle with either saddlebag latch broken can result in the saddlebag coming free of its mount during vehicle operation, creating the possibility of a crash resulting in injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the saddlebag latch assemblies free of charge with reinforced latches. The recall began on february 4, 2008. Owners may contact kawasaki at 866-802-9381.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 08V047000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kawasaki ZG1400A8F | 2008 |
| Kawasaki ZG1400A8FL | 2008 |
| Kawasaki ZG1400B8F | 2008 |
| Kawasaki ZG1400B8FL | 2008 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.