The 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14 has 5 recalls, the most serious affecting police-configured models where added accessories can cause fuel leaks, reduced braking ability, or engine stall. These police-package issues are covered across multiple filings, but the core problem is the same: police wiring harnesses can chafe and short out the 30-amp main fuse, cutting power to the engine and stalling the motorcycle in traffic. All of these police-package recalls apply only to motorcycles modified for law enforcement use.
For all Concours 14 models, there is a separate structural concern: a gap between the rear brake pedal and its guard can trap small stones or debris, creating brake drag that causes the rear brake to overheat and either lock up or fail entirely. On ZG1400C models, the front brakes can be affected as well.
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
Police accessories and their wiring harness may cause the 30-amp main fuse to blow. The harness can chafe and short, also blowing the fuse.
What the fix does
Dealers will correct the electrical system problems at no cost to you.
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.
