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.