Harley-davidson Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #11V506000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V506000 by Harley-davidson Motor Company. Includes 250,757 affected units, REAR BRAKE LAMP SWITCH, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Harley-davidson is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 touring, cvo touring and trike vehicles manufactured from june 6, 2008, through september 16, 2011. See the above list for the models included in the recall. The rear brake light switch may be exposed to excessive heat from the exhaust system.

Corrective Action

Harley-davidson will notify owners, and dealers will a install a rear brake light switch kit, free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during october 31, 2011. owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V506000
Manufacturer: Harley-davidson Motor Company
Report Received Date: 2011-10-19T00:00:00
Subject: Rear brake lamp switch
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 250,757

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 0145
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Harley-davidson is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 touring, cvo touring and trike vehicles manufactured from june 6, 2008, through september 16, 2011. See the above list for the models included in the recall. The rear brake light switch may be exposed to excessive heat from the exhaust system.
Consequence Summary: The excessive heat may cause the switch to not activate the brake lamp or activate the brake lamp when no brake is applied and/or cause a brake fluid leak at the brake light switch, affecting rear brake performance. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Harley-davidson will notify owners, and dealers will a install a rear brake light switch kit, free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during october 31, 2011. owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-km8w-7svr~uq7x
NHTSA ID: 11V506000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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