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Harley-Davidson is recalling over 82,100 Softail motorcycles due to a defective part that could compromise the rear tire and lead to sudden pressure loss.
The company stated in a report submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) this month, indicating that the recalled 2018-2019 FLDE, 2018-2021 FLHC, 2018-2024 FLHCS, 2018 and 2023 FLHCS ANV, 2020-2024 FXLRS, 2022-2024 FXLRST, and 2022 FXRST Softail motorcycles may be equipped with a particular rear shock adjuster mounting tab that could potentially break.
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The risk of the mounting tab breaking could lead to the adjuster contacting the rear tire, potentially scoring it and causing a sudden loss of pressure, according to the recall report.
“A sudden loss of tire pressure raises the risk of a crash,” the NHTSA informed.
FOX Business has contacted Harley-Davidson for their response.
The firm intends to notify the owners of the potentially affected Softail motorcycles via letter about the recall in mid-June.
Owners will need to have their motorcycles serviced by an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer to rectify the issue as per the recall notice.
The service will include the installation of “new hardware,” which “will include a new bracket to limit the movement of the pre-load adjuster and also prevent contact with the rear tire,” as outlined in the recall report. This service will be complimentary.
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A 1908 Strap Tank Harley-Davidson retained many of its original parts when it was sold on January 28, 2023. (Mecum Auction)
Some of the 82,100 Softail motorcycles under recall were “previously repaired” under a different recall and “will need to undergo the new remedy,” as noted by the NHTSA. That earlier recall occurred in August 2023 and affected over 65,200 bikes.
Harley-Davidson stated in the most recent NHTSA recall announcement that it has not received any reports of accidents or injuries related to the issue.
“Other Softail models that use a different type of rear shock adjuster are not part of this recall,” the company mentioned in the recall report.
Motorcycle owners can visit Harley-Davidson’s website to verify if their bike is involved in a recall by using their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The VIN can usually be found on the steering head or a label affixed to the right front down tube of Harley-Davidson motorcycles, according to the webpage.
A custom Harley Davidson motorbike. (iStock)
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Worldwide, the company reported shipping nearly 149,000 motorcycles of various models throughout 2024.