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2003 Kawasaki VN800-B8 problems

The most common problem on the 2003 Kawasaki VN800-B8 is engine and cooling. Its complaint count is close to a typical VN800-B8 model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
2
Worst area
Engine

The worst 2003 Kawasaki VN800-B8 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Engine
    1
  • Fuel system
    1

Problems by type

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  • Engine
    1
  • Fuel system
    1

Recalls 2

Vehicle speed controlReported January 6, 2004 · 2,082 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motorcycles, accelerator pump diaphragms may be damaged from excessive assembly clamping pressure, which can allow fuel to leak from the pump actuating rod area.
Risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the accelerator pump diaphragm. Owner notification began on january 20, 2004. Owners should contact kawasaki at 1‑949‑770‑0400.

Recall number 04V008000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: carburetor systemReported July 24, 2003 · 405 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motorcycles, contaminated fuel used during the final engine inspection process may have caused deterioration of the carburetor accelerator pump diaphragm, which could lead to fuel leakage from the accelerator pump chamber.
Risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the accelerator pump diaphragm. Owner notification began on july 29, 2003. Owners should contact kawasaki at 1‑866‑802‑9381.

Recall number 03V255000 · Recall details

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What 2003 Kawasaki VN800-B8 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 16, 2003 · Engine, Fuel system · 40 miles · CT

Continual engine stalling at speeds of 60 to 80mph. Air is not being sent properly threw the gas lines. Not properly ventilated.

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Questions about the 2003 Kawasaki VN800-B8

Is the 2003 Kawasaki VN800-B8 reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2003 Kawasaki VN800-B8, close to a typical VN800-B8 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2003 Kawasaki VN800-B8?

Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint. Next is fuel system (1).

How many recalls does the 2003 Kawasaki VN800-B8 have?

2 recalls, covering vehicle speed control and fuel system, gasoline.

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