Recall 79V-169: 1979 Harley-Davidson 1000, 1979 Harley-Davidson 1200 and 8 more

HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Jul 9, 1979, covering about 21,970 vehicles.

NHTSA number

79V-169

Report date

Jul 9, 1979

Vehicles affected

21,970

Owners notified

Aug 24, 1979

The problem

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.

The fix

Dealer will replace rear brake master cylinder pistons without charge to owner.

Notes

Vehicle description: motorcycles.system: service brakes; rear brake master cylinder.consequences of defect: if this condition becomes severe enough, it could causeskidding of the rear wheel, loss of vehicle control, and an accident.

Recall details

Manufacturer	HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO.
Component	Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder
Recall started by	the manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number	79V169000

Vehicles in this recall

Vehicle	Model years
Harley-Davidson 1000	1979	All years
Harley-Davidson 1200	1979	All years
Harley-Davidson 1340	1979	All years
Harley-Davidson 80	1979	All years
Harley-Davidson FLH	1979	All years
Harley-Davidson FXE	1979	All years
Harley-Davidson Fxef	1979	All years
Harley-Davidson FXS	1979	All years
Harley-Davidson XLH	1979	All years
Harley-Davidson XLS	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 79V-169?

How is recall 79V-169 fixed?

Dealer will replace rear brake master cylinder pistons without charge to owner.

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.