Harley-davidson Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #13V491000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V491000 by Harley-davidson Motor Company. Affecting model year 2014 trike motorcycles manufactured july 24, 2013, through september 2, 2013 Includes 436 affected units, Fork Stem Bracket may cause Loss of Brake Fluid, component: SERVICE BRAKES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2014 trike motorcycles manufactured july 24, 2013, through september 2, 2013

Defect Summary

Harley-davidson motor company (harley-davidson) is recalling certain model year 2014 trike motorcycles manufactured july 24, 2013, through september 2, 2013. Due to an incorrectly machined part, the motorcycle may have an excessive steering angle allowing the inner fairing to contact the rear brake fluid reservoir resulting in a loss of brake fluid. additionally, the steering damper may be damaged.

Corrective Action

Harley-davidson will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trikes and replace the fork stem bracket, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on december 2, 2013. owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-800-258-2464. harley-davidson's recall number is 0152.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V491000
Manufacturer: Harley-davidson Motor Company
Report Received Date: 2013-10-17T00:00:00
Subject: Fork stem bracket may cause loss of brake fluid
Component: Service Brakes
Potentially Affected Units: 436

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 0152
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Harley-davidson motor company (harley-davidson) is recalling certain model year 2014 trike motorcycles manufactured july 24, 2013, through september 2, 2013. Due to an incorrectly machined part, the motorcycle may have an excessive steering angle allowing the inner fairing to contact the rear brake fluid reservoir resulting in a loss of brake fluid. additionally, the steering damper may be damaged.
Consequence Summary: Loss of brake fluid from the rear reservoir would reduce brake performance. steering damper damage could reduce the rider's ability to control the motorcycle. either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Harley-davidson will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trikes and replace the fork stem bracket, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on december 2, 2013. owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-800-258-2464. harley-davidson's recall number is 0152.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 98.16

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