The 2009 Kawasaki Concours 14 has 4 recalls, the most serious being a brake defect where small stones or debris can become lodged between the brake pedal and its guard, causing the rear brake to overheat, lock up, or fail entirely.
All four recalls affect this model, though three are specific to police-configured motorcycles. On those police variants, the added accessories and wiring can overload the main 30-amp fuse or cause the wiring harness to chafe and short out, either way blowing the fuse and cutting power to the engine, which can stall the bike without warning. The police equipment can also interfere with the fuel system and reduce braking ability through separate mechanisms. The brake pedal debris issue affects non-police models as well, and on certain trims the front brakes can be affected in addition to the rear.
At a glance
What can fail
Police equipment added to these motorcycles can overload the 30-amp main fuse. The police wiring harness may rub and wear through, causing an electrical short that blows the main fuse.
What the fix does
Kawasaki will send trained technicians to repair the motorcycles at no cost. Contact Kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Police accessories were installed incorrectly, which can cause fuel to leak, reduce braking performance, and cut electrical power to the engine, causing it to stall.
What the fix does
Kawasaki will send trained factory personnel to police departments to repair the motorcycles.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Small stones or debris can lodge in a gap between the brake pedal and guard, causing the rear brake to drag. This overheats the rear brake, potentially damaging it or causing lock-up or failure. Front brakes may also be affected on some models.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the rear master cylinder rod end and remove the brake guard if installed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Police accessory equipment can overload the 30-amp main fuse. The police wiring harness may chafe and short, causing the main fuse to blow.
What the fix does
Kawasaki will provide instructions to prevent electrical system failure at no cost. Contact Kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381 for details.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
