Recall 78V-079: 1979 Harley-Davidson XLH1000
HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Apr 11, 1978, covering about 568 vehicles.
The problem
Some of these vehicles were manufactured with weak rear brake control inner lever arm and pivot shafts. As a result, excessive pressure will be needed on the brake pedal to stop the vehicle.
The fix
The dealer will replace existing lever arms and pivot shafts with reinforced ones.
Notes
Vehicle description: motorcycles.system: service brakes; pivot shaft.consequences of defect: excessive brake pedal pressure may cause pedaldeformation and loss of rear brakes, resulting in a vehicle accident.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO. |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals and Linkages |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 78V079000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson XLH1000 | 1979 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 78V-079?
Some of these vehicles were manufactured with weak rear brake control inner lever arm and pivot shafts. As a result, excessive pressure will be needed on the brake pedal to stop the vehicle.
How is recall 78V-079 fixed?
The dealer will replace existing lever arms and pivot shafts with reinforced ones.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.