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SevereNHTSA·11E005000·Announced 2011-01-31

Harley-Davidson Recalls 2011 Softail Security Kits Due to Engine Stall Risk

Harley-Davidson is recalling accessory security system kits for 2011 Softail motorcycles because a defective seal may allow water to enter the module, causing the engine to stall.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The source text explicitly states that the defect can result in a crash leading to injury or death, which aligns with the rubric criterion for significant injury reports or structural/functional defects posing severe risk.

Plain-English summary

Harley-Davidson Motor Company is recalling certain accessory security system kits sold as part number 41000021 for installation on model year 2011 Softail motorcycles. These kits contain a Body Control Module (BCM) with part number 69993-11.

The BCM case may not have been properly sealed during production. An improper seal may allow water intrusion into the BCM, which may cause the engine to stall. An engine stall while in traffic can result in a crash, which could lead to injury or death to the rider.

Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will replace the BCM free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about February 21, 2011. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson at 1-414-343-4056 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
EQUIPMENT recall
Manufacturer
HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle Accessory
Hazard
Affected units
805

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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