Recall 79V169000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER Defect in 1979-1979 HARLEY-DAVIDSON 80
RECALL This recall affects up to 21,970 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 79V169000 |
| Manufacturer | HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO. |
| Vehicles Affected | 21,970 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
THE REAR BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER PLASTIC PISTON EMPLOYS A NON-SPECIFIED MATERIAL WHICH MAY ALLOW EXCESSIVE WATER ABSORPTION. AS A RESULT, THE PLASTIC PISTON MIGHT STICK IN THE MASTER CYLINDER PISTON BORE AND CAUSE BRAKE DRAG.
Remedy
DEALER WILL REPLACE REAR BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER PISTONS WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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