2008 Kawasaki Concours 14 | 2009 Kawasaki Concours 14 | 2010 Kawasaki Concours 14 | 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14 | 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14 — Structure: frame and members
Published July 20, 2012 · Recall initiated: July 20, 2012
Summary
NHTSA records recall 12V343000, published July 20, 2012. Recalling firm: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.; 2008 Kawasaki Concours 14 | 2009 Kawasaki Concours 14 | 2010 Kawasaki Concours 14 | 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14 | 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14 — Structure: frame and members.
What's the hazard
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 to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KAWASAKI
- Model
- CONCOURS 14
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
- Lot
- 2008 KAWASAKI CONCOURS 14 | 2009 KAWASAKI CONCOURS 14 | 2010 KAWASAKI CONCOURS 14 | 2011 KAWASAKI CONCOURS 14 | 2012 KAWASAKI CONCOURS 14
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2008 Kawasaki Concours 14 | 2009 Kawasaki Concours 14 | 2010 Kawasaki Concours 14 | 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14 | 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14 — Structure: frame and members recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V343000 on July 20, 2012. Reported hazard: 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 should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KAWASAKI. Model: CONCOURS 14.