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2013 HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCDX

1 recalls, 2 complaints - 2 TSBs

12V503000 Oct 18, 2012
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling all model year 2012 and certain model year 2013 VRSCDX motorcycles manufactured from June 14, 2011, through August 1, 2012. The license plate bracket assembly's mounting screws may loosen and the assembly may separate from the rear fender... Read more
Consequence
If the license plate bracket contact with the rear brake line remains undetected, it may affect rear brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash, which could lead to injury or death of the rider.
Remedy
Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any affected motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall began on November 6, 2012. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson at 1-414-343-4056.
2,798 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY

Complaint Statistics

2 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 12, 2016
Incident date: Sep 11, 2016
THE NIGHT ROD SPECIAL FUEL GUAGE DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY. AFTER FILLING UP, IT SHOWED LESS THAN 1/2 TANK IN CITY DRIVING. AFTER DRIVING A SHORT DISTANCE AND RESTARTING, IT SHOWED ABOUT 3/4 FULL. AS THE DRIVE CONTINUED ON A HIGHWAY, IT INCREASED TO POSSIBLY THE CORRECT FUEL LEVEL. AFTER STOPPING WITH ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Sep 12, 2016
Incident date: Sep 11, 2016
THE NIGHT ROD SPECIAL FUEL GUAGE DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY. AFTER FILLING UP, IT SHOWED LESS THAN 1/2 TANK IN CITY DRIVING. AFTER DRIVING A SHORT DISTANCE AND RESTARTING, IT SHOWED ABOUT 3/4 FULL. AS THE DRIVE CONTINUED ON A HIGHWAY, IT INCREASED TO POSSIBLY THE CORRECT FUEL LEVEL. AFTER STOPPING WITH ... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2013 HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCDX

2 manufacturer communications from 1 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
030000 BRAKES (PWS)2
TT449 Dec 2, 2015
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
During a service event, if the rear brake line routing is disturbed from the original factory installed routing, it may come in contact with the exhaust.
TT449 Dec 2, 2015
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
During a service event, if the rear brake line routing is disturbed from the original factory installed routing, it may come in contact with the exhaust.

HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCDX - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCDX across all model years (2009, 2013).

5 Total Recalls
62 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
2 Reported Crashes
3 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCDX - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2016 0 2 View
2015 0 1 View
2014 0 6 View
2013 (current) 1 2
2012 1 5 View
2011 1 2 View
2010 1 2 View
2009 1 5 View
2008 0 13 View
2007 0 24 View

Other HARLEY-DAVIDSON Models

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FLHT 21 76 View