Harley-davidson Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #79V005000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 79V005000 by Harley-davidson Motor Company. Includes 85 affected units, BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:DISC:CALIPER, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The involved motorcycles were produced with an incorrect front brake caliper piston assembly which allows excessive caliper pad retraction from the front brake disc. Because of this, more than one application of the front handlever could be required to produce effective front braking of the motorcycle.

Corrective Action

The dealer will replace the front brake caliper at no cost to owner.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 79V005000

Manufacturer: Harley-davidson Motor Company

Report Received Date: 1979-01-04T00:00:00

Subject: Brakes:hydraulic:disc:caliper

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 85

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The involved motorcycles were produced with an incorrect front brake caliper piston assembly which allows excessive caliper pad retraction from the front brake disc. Because of this, more than one application of the front handlever could be required to produce effective front braking of the motorcycle.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: The dealer will replace the front brake caliper at no cost to owner.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 79V005000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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