Recall 97V-227: 1998 Harley-Davidson FL, 1998 Harley-Davidson Softail

HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Dec 15, 1997, covering about 2,012 vehicles.

NHTSA number
97V-227
Report date
Dec 15, 1997
Vehicles affected
2,012
Owners notified
Dec 15, 1997

The problem

Vehicle description: motorcycles. The rear brake pedal assembly may have an inadequate weld.

The risk

This condition can allow the lever hub to separate from the master cylinder lever which would affect rear brake performance.

The fix

Dealers will perform the recall service on these vehicles.

Notes

Owner notification is expected to begin during january 1998. Owners who take their motorcycle to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4680.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerHARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals and Linkages
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number97V227000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Harley-Davidson FL1998All years
Harley-Davidson Softail1998All 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 97V-227?

Vehicle description: motorcycles. The rear brake pedal assembly may have an inadequate weld.

How is recall 97V-227 fixed?

Dealers will perform the recall service on these vehicles.

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.