2014 ultra limited problems
#21
http://lemonjustice.com/lemon-law/OH_motorcycle_law.php
You wont have to sell it. If they cant fix it in 3 attempts you have the right to make them 1given you another one 2 give you your money back
Everyone who is having problems with their 2014 should be looking up their state lemon laws to see what applies in their state. Some states include MC some dont. But if you know it can help you in how you approach if the dealer just seems to be giving you the run around. Even mentioning that you know that say in ohio if he cant fix it in 3 tries or if it spends 30 days in the shop that it quifies as a lemon under the state law could get them to take it more seriously. In other states it means you need to be more public. There are still protections just not as clear as the state lemon laws where they exist.
You wont have to sell it. If they cant fix it in 3 attempts you have the right to make them 1given you another one 2 give you your money back
Everyone who is having problems with their 2014 should be looking up their state lemon laws to see what applies in their state. Some states include MC some dont. But if you know it can help you in how you approach if the dealer just seems to be giving you the run around. Even mentioning that you know that say in ohio if he cant fix it in 3 tries or if it spends 30 days in the shop that it quifies as a lemon under the state law could get them to take it more seriously. In other states it means you need to be more public. There are still protections just not as clear as the state lemon laws where they exist.
#22
I turned over 1,000 miles yesterday. Bike is back to the Dealer again!!! Each time I come home from a ride, enter my garage, turn off the ignition, in one large belch, it blows all the antifreeze out the overflow tube onto the garage floor, completely empties the reservoir tank. So far my Dealer's solution is to just refill the reservoir and bring the bike back to him when it does it again. Harley says in their 2014 promotion video they did hours of testing, obviously missed this part !!!!!' If it doesn't get fixed this time, the bike will be sold.. When a person buys a $29,000 bike, you should not have to put up with this crap !!!! If anyone has a solution from their Dealer, I will greatly appreciate any input or Dealer contact information.
My dealer even offered me a loaner while it was being repaired. I don't wish to bring his name into the forum for fear of issues. As I have stated before; this overall is the nicest handling, most comfortable and best braking Harley I have ever bought. I did hit a bump in the road with the coolant leak but feel it has been addressed. I wish everyone the same outcome because they really are great Harleys.
Best of luck, hope this helps
Scott
#23
Mine has leaked coolant three times and I have had the bike less than 2 weeks. First time, Harley said it had too much coolant from the factory. Second time, they replaced the cap. Third time, it occurred while I am at the BBB Rally in Fayetteville, AR. I took it to the local dealer. By chance, a district Harley rep was onsite at the dealer just because it is a very large rally and they wanted all hands on deck. While all of my issues have occurred after riding in stop and go traffic in hot weather, the district rep had the nerve to tell me, "This bike really isn't designed to be ridden in the city". WTF? I told him, for $30,000 I should be able to ride anywhere, anytime. They tested the cap, that had already been replaced, and it tested good. Filled it up and sent me on my way. They even put some coolant in an empty water bottle to take with me if I needed to fill it up. I realize this is new technology for Harley, but I didn't spend this kind of money on a bike to carry extra coolant in my saddle bag. I will be having serious discussions with the dealer from which I purchased the bike when I arrive back home from the rally.
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I'm just curious how the lemon law might apply to the limp mode problem. I have read where a number of people have had their bike back to the dealer more than 3 times to try and fix that dangerous problem. Since the limp mode keeps coming back for many of us can we apply the lemon law ?
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Mine has leaked coolant three times and I have had the bike less than 2 weeks. First time, Harley said it had too much coolant from the factory. Second time, they replaced the cap. Third time, it occurred while I am at the BBB Rally in Fayetteville, AR. I took it to the local dealer. By chance, a district Harley rep was onsite at the dealer just because it is a very large rally and they wanted all hands on deck. While all of my issues have occurred after riding in stop and go traffic in hot weather, the district rep had the nerve to tell me, "This bike really isn't designed to be ridden in the city". WTF? I told him, for $30,000 I should be able to ride anywhere, anytime. They tested the cap, that had already been replaced, and it tested good. Filled it up and sent me on my way. They even put some coolant in an empty water bottle to take with me if I needed to fill it up. I realize this is new technology for Harley, but I didn't spend this kind of money on a bike to carry extra coolant in my saddle bag. I will be having serious discussions with the dealer from which I purchased the bike when I arrive back home from the rally.
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#28
I think it depends on the state but where they exist and apply to motorcycles they are pretty clear that if the same problem occurs 3-4 times depending on the state and the dealer has had ad chance to fix it that you can start the lemon law procedures. The couple I read also state that if it is something that is life threatening like brakes that once is enough. Also many of the states have an overall problem limit like I read one of them says problems overall. Or also 30 days in the shop in a year. But really my point is read up and know your rights. Normally lemon law stuff is on your attorney general's website. With this level of problem you want to know all of your recourse right away. Also some states have a 3 days to cancel a sale policy. I am not a lawyer but my mom is so I learned that I should at least know the legal info going into a situation. I just bet the dealers know the lemon laws in their states so you should too.
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With most states it looks like it takes action on the buyers part. Enough people start having problems there is likely safety laws that will kick in. Hopefully Harley will figure it out and recall/ fix the issue. I feel for the dealers right now. But more for people buying a pricey bike that is puking. This should be Harley's worst nightmare since everyone was worried about Harley's having issues if water cooled so hear we are a month into this and look they are.
#30
I'm subscribing - Dealer here in VA now has my 14 LTD for the 3rd time. As posted herein elsewhere. My dumps were on purchase day at 62 miles, 111 miles the next day, 501 miles then persistent at 1100.
I too am hearing radiator cap -- had not heard about the water pump. Pleae do stay in touch. As will I.
I too am hearing radiator cap -- had not heard about the water pump. Pleae do stay in touch. As will I.