Recall 23V591000: 2018–2019 Harley-Davidson Flde, 2018–2021 Harley-Davidson Flhc, 2018–2023 Harley-Davidson Flhcs +4 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Aug 22, 2023
Vehicles affected
65,224
Models
7
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2018-2019 FLDE, 2018-2021 FLHC, 2018-2023 FLHCS, 2018 and 2023 FLHCS ANV, 2020-2023 FXLRS, 2022-2023 FXLRST, and 2022 FXRST Softail motorcycles. A fastener securing the rear shock absorber may break and allow the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.

The risk

A loss of tire pressure can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the shock absorber fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0181.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

  • 2018 Harley-Davidson Flde
  • 2019 Harley-Davidson Flde
  • 2018 Harley-Davidson Flhc
  • 2019 Harley-Davidson Flhc
  • 2020 Harley-Davidson Flhc
  • 2021 Harley-Davidson Flhc
  • 2018 Harley-Davidson Flhcs
  • 2019 Harley-Davidson Flhcs
  • 2020 Harley-Davidson Flhcs
  • 2021 Harley-Davidson Flhcs
  • 2022 Harley-Davidson Flhcs
  • 2023 Harley-Davidson Flhcs
  • 2018 Harley-Davidson Flhcs ANV
  • 2023 Harley-Davidson Flhcs ANV
  • 2020 Harley-Davidson Fxlrs
  • 2021 Harley-Davidson Fxlrs
  • 2022 Harley-Davidson Fxlrs
  • 2023 Harley-Davidson Fxlrs
  • 2022 Harley-Davidson Fxlrst
  • 2023 Harley-Davidson Fxlrst
  • 2022 Harley-Davidson Fxrst

Details

NHTSA campaign
23V591000
Manufacturer campaign
0181
Manufacturer
Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Owner letters
Sep 8, 2023
Components
Suspension:rear:shock absorber (Suspension)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology