Harley-davidson Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #12V503000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V503000 by Harley-davidson Motor Company. Includes 2,798 affected units, License Plate Bracket Assembly, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Harley-davidson motor company (harley-davidson) is recalling all model year 2012 and certain model year 2013 vrscdx motorcycles manufactured from june 14, 2011, through august 1, 2012. the license plate bracket assembly's mounting screws may loosen and the assembly may separate from the rear fender. this condition may lead to contact with the rear tire which could cause the license plate bracket to rotate, possibly damaging the rear brake line.

Corrective Action

Harley-davidson will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any affected motorcycles free of charge. the safety recall began on november 6, 2012. owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V503000

Manufacturer: Harley-davidson Motor Company

Report Received Date: 2012-10-18T00:00:00

Subject: License plate bracket assembly

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 2,798

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 0148

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Harley-davidson motor company (harley-davidson) is recalling all model year 2012 and certain model year 2013 vrscdx motorcycles manufactured from june 14, 2011, through august 1, 2012. the license plate bracket assembly's mounting screws may loosen and the assembly may separate from the rear fender. this condition may lead to contact with the rear tire which could cause the license plate bracket to rotate, possibly damaging the rear brake line.

Consequence Summary: If the license plate bracket contact with the rear brake line remains undetected, it may affect rear brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash, which could lead to injury or death of the rider.

Corrective Action: Harley-davidson will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any affected motorcycles free of charge. the safety recall began on november 6, 2012. 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-3u2v_5uxp-ce9h

NHTSA ID: 12V503000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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