NHTSA Complaint #11436887 — 2012 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTCUTG

SERVICE BRAKES issue reported to NHTSA

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Crash 1 Injury 1 Death

Complaint Details

ODI Number 11436887
Vehicle 2012 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTCUTG
Component SERVICE BRAKES
Date of Incident
Date Filed
Mileage N/A miles
Crash Yes
Fire No
Injuries 1
Deaths 1
Vehicle Towed No
State NY

Consumer Description

The contact's husband owned a 2012 Harley-Davidson Tri Glide Ultra Classic. The contact stated while her husband was driving at 30-35 MPH on a curve, the brake pedal or caliber was depressed but failed to respond. The contact stated the motorcycle rolled over and her husband jumped off and fell into a ditch. The emergency units pronounced the contact's husband died at the scene. The contact stated the autopsy revealed that her husband sustained a broken neck and fractured bones. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact did not know whether the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was unknown.

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