The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·16V283000·Announced 2016-05-10

Harley-Davidson Recalls 2014-2016 Dyna Low Rider Motorcycles for Ignition Defect

Harley-Davidson is recalling 2014-2016 Dyna Low Rider motorcycles because engine vibrations may damage the ignition switch, causing the engine to shut off while riding.

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 stalling) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Harley-Davidson Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2014.5-2016 Dyna Low Rider motorcycles (FXDL 103) manufactured between January 6, 2014, and April 7, 2016. The recall involves approximately 8,060 vehicles.

In the affected motorcycles, engine vibrations may damage the ignition switch internally. As a result, the engine may shut off while riding. If the engine shuts off, the motorcycle would stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will install an improved ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on June 3, 2016. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0168. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDL
Brand
HARLEY-DAVIDSON
Manufacturer
Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle
Hazard
Affected units
8,060

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 (1)

  • FXDL

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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