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Harley-Davidson Recall: Clutch May Not Remain Disengaged

  • Touring Models Clutch may not Remain Disengaged

     
    Report Receipt Date: SEP 05, 2014 

    SUMMARY:
     
    Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain model year 2014 touring motorcycles with a hydraulic clutch. In the affected motorcycles, a component in the clutch master cylinder may fail, reducing the pressure available to keep the clutch disengaged.

    Models Affected:
    • Electra Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU)
    • Ultra Limited (FLHTK)
    • Police Electra Glide (FLHTP)
    • Street Glide Special (FLHXS)
    • Street Glide (FLHX)
    • Tri Glide Ultra (FLHTCUTG)
    • CVO Limited (FLHTKSE)
    • CVO Road King (FLHRSE)
    • CVO Breakout (FXSBSE)
    • Electra Glide Ultra Classic Twin Cooled (FLHTCUTC)
    • Ultra Limited Shrine (FLHTK SHRINE)
    • Street Glide Shrine (FLHX SHRINE)
    • CVO Softail Deluxe (FLSTNSE)
     
    If the clutch does not remain disengaged, the motorcycle may creep forward while the rider intends to be stopped, increasing the risk of a crash.
     
    CONSEQUENCE:
     
    If the clutch does not remain disengaged, the motorcycle may creep forward while the rider intends to be stopped, increasing the risk of a crash.

    REMEDY:
     
    Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will rebuild the affected clutch master cylinders, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0159 & 0160.

    NOTES:
     
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.