2008 Kawasaki Concours 14 Problems
- Complaints
- 27filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 7,800miles, 25 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2008 Kawasaki Concours 14 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 27 consumer complaints for the 2008 Kawasaki Concours 14. The part named most often is brakes, with 11 complaints (41% of the total), followed by equipment (5) and latches, locks and linkages (5). 25 of the complaints include a mileage, and 96% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 7,800 miles. Of all complaints, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 1 technical service bulletin for this model year.
Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes11 41%
- Equipment5 19%
- Body and structure4 15%
- Suspension2 7.4%
- Engine1 3.7%
- Engine cooling1 3.7%
- Fuel system1 3.7%
- Steering1 3.7%
- Tires1 3.7%
Also reported: Transmission and drivetrain (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “I own a 2008 Kawasaki CONCOURS 14 motorcycle. I have twice reported a malfunction of the front brakes to the dealer, and have called Kawasaki motors corp in irvine, ca to no avail. I reported at the 8 thousand mile service that when the front brake is applied the motorcycle vibrates and shudders. The dealer declared this normal due to the ratcheting of the floating caliper/rotor assembly. …”
NHTSA complaint #10242517, filed 2008-09, 6,500 milesEquipment: “I noticed that the original luggage rack on my 2008 Kawasaki CONCOURS 14 had cracked and the top case which attaches to it was about to break loose on the freeway. This luggage rack had been recalled and replaced by Kawasaki before I took ownership of the bike in june 2008. However, the new design, which is part number 53029-0076, is what was on my bike, and it failed after one and a half year of use. The rear case which attaches to this rack is the Kawasaki oem equipment, and it's load has always been between 5 and 10 pounds, below the Kawasaki maximum rating of 15 pounds. …”
NHTSA complaint #10339028, filed 2010-06, 21,000 milesLatches, locks and linkages: “I have a 2008 Kawasaki concours14, and the locking mechanisms on one of my hard bags has failed. The motorcycle only has 2,100 miles and there are many reports on the internet of individuals having the same problem and the bags falling off as they go down the highway.”
NHTSA complaint #10208028, filed 2007-11, 2,100 milesBody and structure: “Hard saddle bags loose on motorcycle. Latch mechanism binds when retracting saddlebag securing hook. Upon inspection of latch, one of the pins within the latch was found to be sheared off.”
NHTSA complaint #10208040, filed 2007-11, 7,496 milesMileage when problems were reported
96% of the 25 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 1,200 and 21,922 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
- 12V343000Jul 20, 2012Structure › Frame and membersCovers: Kawasaki Concours 14 2008–2012
Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Concours 14 (ZG1400 A/B/C/D) motorcycles. Due to a gap between the brake pedal and guard, small stone or debris can become trapped, creating a brake drag. This can cause the rear brake to overheat, leading…
Recall details for the 2008 Kawasaki Concours 14 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 1 on record; the latest 1 are shown.
- 10025864May 30, 2008Exterior lighting. Kawasaki: repair only as required on headlight aiming knob for 2008 concours 14/14abs (zg1400a8f/l, b8f/l).
Other model years of the Kawasaki Concours 14
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 7 | 23,500 | 4 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 27 | 7,800 | 1 | — | — | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Stable |
All Kawasaki Concours 14 model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2008 Kawasaki Concours 14 have?
NHTSA recorded 27 consumer complaints for the 2008 Kawasaki Concours 14 as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2008 Kawasaki Concours 14 is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 11 complaints (41% of the total), followed by equipment with 5.
Has the 2008 Kawasaki Concours 14 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2008 Kawasaki Concours 14 reported?
Among the 25 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 7,800 miles and the middle half falls between 1,200 and 21,922 miles; 96% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.