HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLDE 2018: SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 23V591000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FLDE | 2018 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2023-09-08 | 2023-08-22 | 2023-08-23 |
Manufacturers Involved: Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 0181
Component: SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 65224
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
A loss of tire pressure can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
