NHTSA Campaign 25E041000

SUSPENSION:REAR

Issued by Harley-Davidson Motor Company · Reported Jun 12, 2025 · 776 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain Tail Rear Shock Absorbers (part number 54000294) and Low Rear Suspension Shock Absorbers (part number 54000134) designed to fit certain 2018-2024 Softail motorcycles. The mounting tab on the rear shock pre-load adjuster may break, allowing the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.

Consequence

A sudden loss of tire pressure increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will install a new bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2025. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0189.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
HARLEY-DAVIDSON LOW REAR SUSPENSION 776
HARLEY-DAVIDSON TALL REAR SHOCK 776

Source: NHTSA Campaign 25E041000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.