HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL SPORTSTER 2014: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 14E023000

Make Model Year
HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL SPORTSTER 2014
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2014-06-17 2014-05-16 2014-05-19

Manufacturers Involved: Harley-Davidson Motor Company

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 0156

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 209

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Harley-Davidson Motor Company "Harley-Davidson" is recalling certain accessory Chrome Hand Control Lever Kits, part number 36700053, intended for use on 2014 Harley Davidson XL Sportster motorcycles. The affected kits may have an excess of chrome plating on the brake lever which could prevent the full return of the front brake master cylinder piston.

Consequence

If the brake master cylinder piston does not return to the proper position, the front brake pressure would not be relieved and the front wheel may lock up, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the affected front brake levers, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 17, 2014. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0156.

Notes

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.safercar.gov.