2006 Harley-Davidson VRSCR recalls and problems

The 2006 Harley-Davidson VRSCR has 1 safety recall and 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Harley-Davidson dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2006 Harley-Davidson VRSCR vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2006 Harley-Davidson VRSCR recalls

Recall 07V-303: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Jul 17, 2007 · 2,403 vehicles affected · HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY

Problem: Certain motorcycles were built with a condition whereby the pant leg of some riders can have direct contact with the exhaust pipe.

Risk: This condition could cause the pant leg to char or burn, which could lead to the possibility of injury to the rider.

Fix: Dealers will add a new heat shield, p/n 66820-06, which provides additional coverage of the exhaust pipe. The recall began on july 12, 2007. Owners may contact harley davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

2006 Harley-Davidson VRSCR problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Fuel System, Gasoline	3
Engine and Engine Cooling	2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	2
Structure	1
Steering	1
Wheels	1
Fuel System, Other	1

Most reported parts

Structure › Body — 1
Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System — 1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 1
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 600 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2006 Harley-Davidson VRSCR complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel System, Other · at 600 miles · reported Mar 29, 2011

2006 harley vrscr fuel gage. Gage has been erratic since 600 miles on odometer. Dealer says this is normal. Running out of fuel on an interstate highway or remote area is dangerous.

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 8,856 miles · reported Sep 1, 2010

After work I started the engine and allowed it to warm up while I put on my protective riding gear (Jacket, helmet, and gloves). The engine was running normally as I rode to the end of the parking lot slowly and stopped at the end of the lane. I began to turn to the right, releasing the clutch and rolling on the throttle while leaning when the engine suddenly lost all power resulting in a crash. After picking the bike up and resetting the ignition, it ran very roughly (As if running on one cylinder) and stalled. I tried running the engine several times working the throttle to keep the engine…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 15,000 miles · reported Aug 17, 2010

I was riding my 2006 hd vrscr when I turned a corner at an intersection in a town. I attempted to slow down using my rear brake when the pedal went completely down against its hard stop. No braking occurred. It happened with about 15,000 miles on the bike. It only happened this one time. I was able to stop with the front brake alone. I inspected the rear brake master cylinder and found the rear brake light switch leaking brake fluid. I replaced the switch and the brakes again work. The failed part is not available.

Fuel System, Gasoline · at 6,000 miles · reported Aug 10, 2010

After fuel fill up or in normal operation I have erratic and inaccurate fuel gauge reading. At first the gauge wouldn't read any fuel level and after running the self test would operate normally. The gauge appeared to be working, but during a ride it stopped functioning and I ran out of fuel not knowing how much fuel I had. I was able disengage the engine and coast to clear traffic. The errors first occurred about april 2009 and would reappear infrequently. Since going dead and running out of fuel in march 2010, it will occur at every fill up and I've noticed that the gauge stops working with…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 3 miles · reported Jul 3, 2007

The contact owns a 2006 harley davidson vrscr. When the contact depressed the brake pedal, the vehicle began to vibrate and shudder. The dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of failure on two occasions. However, on the third occasion, the dealer stated that the rotors were warped. As of july 3, 2007, the dealer has not repaired the vehicle because they have not received permission from the manufacturer. The current mileage is 17,100 and failure mileage was 3.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Harley-Davidson VRSCR have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Harley-Davidson VRSCR: 07V-303 (engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Harley-Davidson VRSCR?

Owners report fuel system, gasoline problems most often (3 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 600 miles.

Are Harley-Davidson recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Harley-Davidson dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.