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Our severity:SevereNHTSA·23E063000·Announced 2023-08-24

Harley-Davidson Recalls Rear Shock Absorbers Due to Fastener Failure Risk

Harley-Davidson is recalling specific rear shock absorbers because a fastener may break, allowing the adjuster to damage the tire and cause a loss of pressure.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (suspension fastener) that can lead to loss of vehicle control and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Harley-Davidson Motor Company is recalling certain Profile Low Rear Suspension and Tall Rear Shocks sold as H-D Parts & Accessories. The affected components include part numbers 54000134 and 54000294. This recall involves 1,282 units.

The defect involves a fastener that secures the rear shock absorber. If this fastener breaks, it may allow the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire. This damage can cause a loss of tire pressure, which may lead to a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

Dealers will replace the shock absorber fastener free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER recall
Manufacturer
Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle Parts
Hazard
Affected units
1,282

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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