NHTSA Campaign 23V591000
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
Issued by Harley-Davidson Motor Company · Reported Aug 22, 2023 · 65,224 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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.
Consequence
A loss of tire pressure can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FLDE | 2018 | 65,224 |
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FLDE | 2019 | 65,224 |
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FLHC | 2018 | 65,224 |
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FLHC | 2019 | 65,224 |
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FLHC | 2020 | 65,224 |
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FLHC | 2021 | 65,224 |
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FLHCS | 2018 | 65,224 |
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FLHCS | 2019 | 65,224 |
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FLHCS | 2020 | 65,224 |
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FLHCS | 2021 | 65,224 |
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FLHCS | 2022 | 65,224 |
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FLHCS | 2023 | 65,224 |
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FLHCS ANV | 2018 | 65,224 |
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FLHCS ANV | 2023 | 65,224 |
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FXLRS | 2020 | 65,224 |
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FXLRS | 2021 | 65,224 |
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FXLRS | 2022 | 65,224 |
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FXLRS | 2023 | 65,224 |
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FXLRST | 2022 | 65,224 |
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FXLRST | 2023 | 65,224 |
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | FXRST | 2022 | 65,224 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 23V591000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.