Harley-davidson Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #14V185000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V185000 by Harley-davidson Motor Company. Affecting model year 2013-2014 fxsb and fxsbse motorcycles manufactured march 20, 2012, through march 10, 2014 Includes 9,102 affected units, Fuel Gauge Inaccuracy, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2013-2014 fxsb and fxsbse motorcycles manufactured march 20, 2012, through march 10, 2014

Defect Summary

Harley-davidson motor company, inc. (harley-davidson) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 fxsb and fxsbse motorcycles manufactured march 20, 2012, through march 10, 2014. suspension variances may affect the gas tank mounting angle causing the fuel level sensor to read inaccurately.

Corrective Action

Harley-davidson has notified owners, and dealers will update the software to recalibrate the fuel level sensor signal, free of charge. the recall began april 28, 2014. owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-800-258-2464.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V185000
Manufacturer: Harley-davidson Motor Company
Report Received Date: 2014-04-08T00:00:00
Subject: Fuel gauge inaccuracy
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline
Potentially Affected Units: 9,102

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Harley-davidson motor company, inc. (harley-davidson) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 fxsb and fxsbse motorcycles manufactured march 20, 2012, through march 10, 2014. suspension variances may affect the gas tank mounting angle causing the fuel level sensor to read inaccurately.
Consequence Summary: The gauge inaccuracy may cause the motorcycle to run out of fuel unexpectedly, possibly even before the low fuel warning lamp illuminates. the lack of fuel would cause the motorcycle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Harley-davidson has notified owners, and dealers will update the software to recalibrate the fuel level sensor signal, free of charge. the recall began april 28, 2014. owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-800-258-2464.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 70.14

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NHTSA ID: 14V185000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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