2013 Kawasaki Concours 14 problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2013 Kawasaki Concours 14.
Recalls
Electrical System #13V370000 · 2013 · 61 units
Problem: Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 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.
Fix: Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will correct the electrical system problems, free of charge. the recall began on september 3, 2013. owners may contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381. this campaign is an expansion of recall 12v-134.
Service Brakes, Electrical System #13V387000 · 2013 · 337 units
Problem: 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.
Fix: Kawasaki has notified that affected police departments and will send trained factory personnel to the departments to repair the motorcycles. the recall began on august 21, 2013. owners may contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381. this campaign is being conducted independent of recalls 12v134 and 13v370 for blown fuses on authority bikes.
Electrical System #15V117000 · 2015 · 194 units
Problem: 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.
Fix: Kawasaki has notified the affected police departments and will send trained personnel to repair the motorcycles, free of charge. the recall began april 13, 2015. owners may contact kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381. kawasaki 's number for this recall is mc15-02. note: this recall is an expansion of recalls 12v-134, 13v-370 and 13v-387.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 3 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.
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FAQ
Does the 2013 Kawasaki Concours 14 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2013 Kawasaki Concours 14. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2013 Kawasaki Concours 14 problems?
In 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is engine.