2008-2012 Kawasaki CONCOURS 14 - Structure recall
NHTSA campaign: 12V343000
13,289 vehicles potentially affected
- Model years
- 2008-2012
- Makes
- Kawasaki
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
- Component
- STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
- Potential units affected
- 13,289 (NHTSA estimate of the at-risk population)
- Reported
- 2012-07-20
Affected vehicles
- 2012 Kawasaki CONCOURS 14
- 2011 Kawasaki CONCOURS 14
- 2010 Kawasaki CONCOURS 14
- 2009 Kawasaki CONCOURS 14
- 2008 Kawasaki CONCOURS 14
What’s the problem?
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 to rear brake damage and lock-up or failure of the rear brakes. The front brakes may also be affected on ZG1400C models.
What could happen?
If the brakes lock up or fail, there is an increased risk of a crash.
What’s the fix?
Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear master cylinder rod end and remove the brake guard (if installed), free of charge. The safety recall began on July 37, 2012. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.