Recall 12V-134: 2009–2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Mar 30, 2012, covering about 273 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-134
Report date
Mar 30, 2012
Vehicles affected
273
Owners notified
Apr 5, 2012

The problem

Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 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.

The risk

If the fuse blows, the engine may stall increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Kawasaki will notify owners, and provide instructions to mitigate electrical system failure, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 5, 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.

Recall details

ManufacturerKAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A.
ComponentElectrical System
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number12V134000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Kawasaki Concours 142009, 2010, 2011, 2012All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 12V-134?

Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 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.

How is recall 12V-134 fixed?

Kawasaki will notify owners, and provide instructions to mitigate electrical system failure, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 5, 2012. Owners may contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.