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HighNHTSA·13V517000·Announced 2013-10-17

Harley-Davidson Recalls 2014 Motorcycles Due to Clutch Release Plate Defect

Harley-Davidson is recalling 2,886 model year 2014 motorcycles because an incorrect clutch release plate may prevent the clutch from disengaging, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (motorcycle) where the defect increases the risk of a crash, but no injuries or fatalities have been reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Harley-Davidson Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2014 FLHTCUTG, FXSBSE, and FLSTNSE motorcycles. The affected vehicles were manufactured between May 3, 2013, and October 14, 2013. A total of 2,886 units are included in this recall.

The defect involves an incorrect clutch release plate that may have been installed during manufacturing. If the clutch does not disengage properly, the rider may have difficulty slowing or stopping the motorcycle, which increases the risk of a crash.

Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the clutch release plate. If the part is incorrect, it will be replaced free of charge. The recall began in October 2013. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson at 1-800-258-2464 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXSBSE, FLSTNSE, FLHTCUTG
Brand
HARLEY-DAVIDSON
Manufacturer
Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle
Hazard
Affected units
2,886

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (3)

  • FXSBSE
  • FLSTNSE
  • FLHTCUTG

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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