The electric wind shield broke at the mechanism while doing highways speeds allowing it to fold back and forward and hit my helmet almost causing a crash and . All parts on the windshield are stock. It also would not retract to fix my visibility. Part #55036-0003 for the assembly that broke.
The worst 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes1
- Electrical1
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- Brakes1
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Recalls 4
Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 15V117000 · Recall details
Service brakes
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 13V387000 · Recall details
Structure: frame and members
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 12V343000 · Recall details
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- If the fuse blows, the engine may stall increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 12V134000 · Recall details
What 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Brakes will suddenly and very abruptly grab much more than needed if the front and rear are applied at the same time.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 kawasaki concours 14. The contact stated that there was a recall under the federal safety agency campaign id number 12v134000 (electrical system); however the part was unavailable. The manufacturer was notified and stated that there was not a part being produced for the recall remedy repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. The vehicle was not in operation due to safety issues.
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Questions about the 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14
Is the 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14 reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14, close to a typical Concours 14 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14?
Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14 have?
4 recalls, covering electrical system, service brakes and structure.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14 brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 13V387000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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