NHTSA vehicle safety data
2008 Kawasaki Concours 14
The 2008 Kawasaki Concours 14 has 1 NHTSA recall and 27 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Kawasaki dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2008 Kawasaki Concours 14. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
NHTSA #12V343000Reported July 20, 2012 · KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A.
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
If the brakes lock up or fail, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.