Harley-davidson Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #78V159000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 78V159000 by Harley-davidson Motor Company. Includes 342 affected units, BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:MASTER CYLINDER:HOUSING, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The involved motorcycles were manufactured with front brake master cylinders in which the plunger piston bore diameter was honed .015 inches over maximum specifications. This oversized bore results in a poor fit between the elastomeric piston cup and the cylinder bore, which allows fluid leakage from the hydraulic system.

Corrective Action

Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front brake master cylinder assembly at no cost to owner.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 78V159000

Manufacturer: Harley-davidson Motor Company

Report Received Date: 1978-07-19T00:00:00

Subject: Brakes:hydraulic:master cylinder:housing

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 342

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The involved motorcycles were manufactured with front brake master cylinders in which the plunger piston bore diameter was honed .015 inches over maximum specifications. This oversized bore results in a poor fit between the elastomeric piston cup and the cylinder bore, which allows fluid leakage from the hydraulic system.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front brake master cylinder assembly at no cost to owner.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-jhsr.95p2.2x4s

NHTSA ID: 78V159000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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