Recall 23V591000 — SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER Defect in 2018-2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRST
RECALL This recall affects up to 65,224 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 23V591000 |
| Manufacturer | Harley-Davidson Motor Company |
| Vehicles Affected | 65,224 |
| Component | SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC, 2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS ANV, 2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLDE, 2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS, 2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS, 2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC, 2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLDE, 2020 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC, 2020 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS, 2020 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRS, 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS, 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRS, 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC, 2022 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXRST, 2022 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRST, 2022 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS, 2022 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRS, 2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRST, 2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS, 2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS ANV, 2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRS
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Defect Description
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.
Safety 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.
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| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V590000 | 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON RH1250S | STEERING:LINKAGES | 8,424 | |
| 25V375000 | 2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC | SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER | 82,117 | |
| 24V719000 | 2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXBB | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | 12,929 | |
| 24V753000 | 2022 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRST | SERVICE BRAKES | 15,778 | |
| 24V672000 | 2024 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHX | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 46,923 | |
| 23V666000 | 2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON X350RA | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1,139 | |
| 23V836000 | 2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHXSE | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM) | 1,464 | |
| 23V672000 | 2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLTRXSE | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | 4,014 | |
| 22V781000 | 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLTRXS | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS | 199,419 | |
| 22V745000 | 2022 HARLEY-DAVIDSON RH975 | STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR | 862 |