The 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14 has 4 recalls, with the most serious affecting police-modified units where electrical wiring from added accessories can chafe and short out, blowing the main fuse and cutting engine power mid-ride.
Two of these recalls apply only to police-configured motorcycles. Beyond the fuse and wiring issue, improperly installed police accessories can also cause fuel leaks and reduce braking ability, creating overlapping hazards on a single machine. On standard and police models alike, there is a brake pedal guard concern: a gap between the rear brake pedal and its guard can trap small stones or road debris, causing the rear brake to drag, overheat, and either lock up or fail entirely. On ZG1400C variants, this debris trap can affect the front brakes as well. A locked rear wheel on a motorcycle can cause the bike to slide out, while a locked front wheel dramatically increases the risk of going over the handlebars.
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.
