Recall 15V117000: 2009–2013 Kawasaki Concours 14
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 27, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 194
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The 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.
The risk
If the fuse blows, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2009 Kawasaki Concours 14
- 2010 Kawasaki Concours 14
- 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14
- 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14
- 2013 Kawasaki Concours 14
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 15V117000
- Manufacturer campaign
- MC15-02
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
- Owner letters
- Apr 13, 2015
- Components
- Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers (Electrical System)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology