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2018-2023 Harley-Davidson Flde, Harley-Davidson FLHC and others recall: shock absorber

Harley-Davidson Motor Company reported this safety recall on August 22, 2023. It covers about 65,224 vehicles.

vehicles affected
65,224
reported
Aug 22, 2023
owners notified
Sep 8, 2023
related complaints
10

Suspension: rear: shock absorber

What is wrong
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.
Risk
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.

Recall number 23V591000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 10 complaints about suspension problems.

2018 Harley-Davidson Flde2019 Harley-Davidson Flde2018 Harley-Davidson FLHC2019 Harley-Davidson FLHC2020 Harley-Davidson FLHC2021 Harley-Davidson FLHC2020 Harley-Davidson Flhcs2021 Harley-Davidson Flhcs2022 Harley-Davidson Flhcs2023 Harley-Davidson Flhcs2018 Harley-Davidson Flhcs Anv2023 Harley-Davidson Flhcs Anv

Questions about recall 23V591000

Is there a recall on the 2018-2023 Harley-Davidson Flde, Harley-Davidson FLHC and others shock absorber?

Yes. Recall 23V591000, reported on August 22, 2023, covers about 65,224 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 23V591000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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