2008 Kawasaki VN900C8F problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2008 Kawasaki VN900C8F.
Recalls
Fuel System, Gasoline #08V114000 · 2008 · 31,789 units
Problem: Kawasaki is recalling 31,789 vulcan 900 classic, custom and classic lt models, my 2006 vn900b6f, vn900b6fl, vn900d6f, vn900d6fl, my 2007 vn900b7f, vn900b7fl, vn900c7f, vn900c7fl, vn900d7f, vn900d7fl, my 2008 vn900b8f, vn900b8fl, vn900c8f, vn900d8f and vn900d8fl motorcycles. the fuel hose may not be properly connected to the fuel injector delivery pipe.
Risk: Continued use of the motorcycle can result in the fuel hose coming off, creasing the possibility of a fuel leak which could result in a fire or explosion.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel hose connection at the fuel injector and fuel pump and will replace the fuel hose if the joint lock is found to be damaged. the recall began on march 17, 2008. owners may contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.
Fuel System, Gasoline #08V473000 · 2008 · 604 units
Problem: Kawasaki is recalling 604 my 2008 vulcan vn900c8f, vn900d8f, and my 2009 vn900b9f, and vn900b9fl motorcycles. fuel can leak from between the tank filler neck and the fuel cap gasket.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank. the recall began on september 26, 2008. owners may contact kawasaki at 1-949-770-0400. note: some spare part replacement fuel tanks are involved in this campaign. the following motorcycle models may have had one of these replacement fuel tanks installed: my 2006 vn900b6f, vn900d6f, my 2007 vn900c7f, vn900d7f, my 2008 vn900b8f, vn900c8f, vn900d8f, and my 20
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
No owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year.
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FAQ
Does the 2008 Kawasaki VN900C8F have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2008 Kawasaki VN900C8F. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2008 Kawasaki VN900C8F problems?
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.