Vehicle recall 12V343000 · July 20, 2012

2008-2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

Due to a gap between the brake pedal and guard, small stone or debris can become trapped, creating a brake drag.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: 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.
Consequence: If the brakes lock up or fail, there is an increased risk of a crash.
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 12V343000
Reported to NHTSA: July 20, 2012
Filed by: KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A.
Owner notification: July 27, 2012
Vehicles potentially affected: 13,289
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Structure › Frame and members; Service brakes, hydraulic

Recall 12V343000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Kawasaki Concours 14 (2008-2012): 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008

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