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2018–2023 Harley-davidson Flde, Harley-davidson Flhc, Harley-davidson Flhcs +more: Suspension recall

NHTSA campaign 23V591000 · 65K units potentially affected · filed Aug 22, 2023

What's wrong

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2018-2019 FLDE, 2018-2021 FLHC, 2018-2023 FLHCS, 2018 and 2023 FLHCS ANV, 2020-2023 FXLRS, 2022-2023 FXLRST, and 2022 FXRST Softail motorcycles. A fastener securing the rear shock absorber may break and allow the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.

Why it matters

A loss of tire pressure can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the shock absorber fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0181.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
23V591000
Manufacturer no.
0181
Manufacturer
Harley-davidson Motor Company
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
Units affected
65,224
Report received
Aug 22, 2023
Owner letters
Sep 8, 2023
Type
Vehicle

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