Harley-davidson Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #81V011000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 81V011000 by Harley-davidson Motor Company. Includes 1,884 affected units, BRAKES:MECHANICAL SERVICE:OTHER, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

If the rear shock absorber should "over-travel" when motorcycle is operated over rough terrain, the current position of the rear brake caliper could cause the rear brake line to contact the right saddle bag carrier. This could cause a deformation in the rear brake line.

Corrective Action

All involved vehicles will be inspected and the rear brake torque arm will be replaced with one of a new design. The right saddle bag carrier will be modified, if necessary.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 81V011000

Manufacturer: Harley-davidson Motor Company

Report Received Date: 1981-01-26T00:00:00

Subject: Brakes:mechanical service:other

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 1,884

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: If the rear shock absorber should "over-travel" when motorcycle is operated over rough terrain, the current position of the rear brake caliper could cause the rear brake line to contact the right saddle bag carrier. This could cause a deformation in the rear brake line.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: All involved vehicles will be inspected and the rear brake torque arm will be replaced with one of a new design. The right saddle bag carrier will be modified, if necessary.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-8ge8_67h9~t2dg

NHTSA ID: 81V011000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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