NHTSA recall 12V343000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Structure · Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Details
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: If the brakes lock up or fail, there is an increased risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 2008 Kawasaki Concours 14
- 2009 Kawasaki Concours 14
- 2010 Kawasaki Concours 14
- 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14
- 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14
- Kawasaki Concours 14
All model years NHTSA lists
2008 Kawasaki Concours 14, 2009 Kawasaki Concours 14, 2010 Kawasaki Concours 14, 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14, 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 12V343000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.