There are no safety recalls for the 2006 Kawasaki ZX14, but owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
2006 Kawasaki ZX14 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Structure | 2 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1
- Power Train › Manual Transmission — 1
- Structure › Frame and Members — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 10,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2006 Kawasaki ZX14 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Suspension · reported Aug 27, 2025
2006 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 frame broke in the same location as recall defect, causing rear suspension collapse. Dealer denied recall coverage due to modifications, but failure matches official recall issue. My 2006 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 suffered a complete frame break, causing the rear suspension to collapse while riding. This matches the safety defect covered under Kawasakiâs recall for 2006â2007 ZX-14 models. I was told to tow my motorcycle to a dealer for recall repair and provided a log number. The dealer later denied coverage, claiming my modifications (lowered and stretched) caused the…
Steering · at 6,000 miles · reported Oct 25, 2010
Kawasaki zx14 2006 model steering head cracked. Not attended to by dealer & kawasaki in south africa, nor was this attended to as per recall in 2008. Rider seriously injured updated 10/28/10 updated ivoq 11/01/10
Structure · at 2,853 miles · reported Feb 24, 2010
Applied brakes on a 2006 zx1400 kawasaki to negotiate a turn in the road. At that time the frame broke 3 to 4 inches behind the triple clamps. This caused me to be thrown over the handlebars and onto the road in the way of oncoming traffic. I was hospitalized for 2 days. The frame has 4 holes in it for aircleaners and the ram air induction. I think this design may have contributed to the frame breaking as it may be weak in this area. The bike was not repaired as it was totaled by the insurance company.
Power Train · at 10,000 miles · reported Feb 3, 2009
This is the second clutch to go bad the first at 2,800 miles and the second to go at 10,000 miles going out will driving causing the engine to lockup will I was riding it and almost having a accident.
Structure · at 12,503 miles · reported Jul 10, 2008
The contact owns a 2006 (Na) kawasaki ninja zx 1400. When the contact attempts to accelerate out of a turn, he can hear a very loud clunking noise coming from the engine. The failure began the day after the vehicle was serviced for a manufacturer's recall pertaining to the frame inspection. The vehicle has been diagnosed by the dealer, but the failure still persists. The recall number and speed were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 12,503. Updated 09/10/08. Updated 09/16/08.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2006 Kawasaki ZX14 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2006 Kawasaki ZX14 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Kawasaki ZX14?
Owners report structure problems most often (2 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 10,000 miles.
Are Kawasaki recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Kawasaki dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.