2009 KAWASAKI CONCOURS 14 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2009 KAWASAKI CONCOURS 14 has 0 complaints and 7 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to police accessory installations causing electrical and brake system problems, primarily affecting police model versions.
The model has multiple recalls addressing defects in electrical, brake, and fuel systems, mostly tied to additional police equipment installations. Recalls affect both standard and police-configured motorcycles, focusing on safety risks such as engine stalls, brake failures, and fuel leaks.
Recalls- Electrical system failure. Recall 12V134000 affects 273 police models with additional police accessories that may cause the 30-amp main fuse to blow or chafe leading to a short, which can stall the engine and increase crash risk. Kawasaki provides free repairs and began notification on April 5, 2012.
- Brake pedal interference. Recall 12V343000 covers 13,289 motorcycles from 2008 to 2012. A gap between the brake pedal and guard allows debris to cause brake drag, overheating the rear brakes and causing possible lock-up or failure, with potential front brake issues on certain models. Repairs include replacing the rear master cylinder rod end and removing the brake guard at no cost. Notification started July 2012.
- Police accessory installation defects. Recall 13V387000 impacts 337 police motorcycles from 2009 to 2013. Improper accessory installation leads to fuel leaks, reduced braking ability, and loss of electrical power causing engine stalls, increasing crash risk. Kawasaki is sending trained personnel to repair motorcycles free of charge since August 21, 2013.
- Main fuse blowing due to wiring. Recall 15V117000 involves 194 police motorcycles modified from 2009 to 2013. Additional police wiring harnesses may chafe and cause shorts, blowing the 30-amp fuse and stalling the engine. This recall expands previous campaigns and includes free repairs with notifications starting April 13, 2015.
Owners affected by repetitive failures or unresolved recall repairs related to electrical, brake, or fuel system defects may want to explore their rights under state lemon laws for potential remedies.
2009 KAWASAKI CONCOURS 14 Summary
2009
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
14093
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2009 KAWASAKI CONCOURS 14
194 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Kawasaki Concours 14 and 14ABS motorcycles manufactured May 8, 2008, to February 20, 2013, and modified for police authority use. The additional police accessories may cause the 30-amp main fuse to blow. Also, the additional police wiring harness may chafe leading to a short, which may blow the main fuse.
Risk: If the fuse blows, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
2009 KAWASAKI CONCOURS 14
337 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Concours 14 police motorcycles. The improper installation of additional police accessories may cause multiple safety issues such as fuel leaks, reduction of braking ability and loss of electrical power to the engine, resulting in a stall.
Risk: These issues increase the risk of a crash.
2009 KAWASAKI CONCOURS 14
13289 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
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.
Risk: If the brakes lock up or fail, there is an increased risk of a crash.
2009 KAWASAKI CONCOURS 14
273 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
KAWASAKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2012 CONCOURS 14 POLICE MOTORCYCLES. THE ADDITIONAL POLICE ACCESSORIES MAY CAUSE THE 30-AMP MAIN FUSE TO BLOW. ALSO, THE ADDITIONAL POLICE WIRING HARNESS MAY CHAFE LEADING TO A SHORT, WHICH MAY BLOW THE MAIN FUSE.
Risk: IF THE FUSE BLOWS, THE ENGINE MAY STALL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Complaints
No complaints found.