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Old Jun 14, 2025 | 10:41 PM
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Info copied from: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/202...5V375-3545.pdf

Makes/Models/Model Years:
HARLEY-DAVIDSON/FLDE/2018-2019
HARLEY-DAVIDSON/FLHCS/2018-2024
HARLEY-DAVIDSON/FLHC/2018-2021
HARLEY-DAVIDSON/FXLRS/2020-2024
HARLEY-DAVIDSON/FXLRST/2022-2024
HARLEY-DAVIDSON/FLHCS ANV/2018, 2023
HARLEY-DAVIDSON/FXRST/2022

Mfr's Report Date: June 04, 2025

Problem Description: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Softail motorcycles. The mounting tab on the rear shock pre-load adjuster may break, allowing the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.

Consequence: A sudden loss of tire pressure increases the risk of a crash.
 
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Old Jun 15, 2025 | 06:58 AM
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Thanks for the info.

So, the last recall (23V591) was because of an undersized fastener that secures the pre-load adjuster to the bracket. I guess this recall is because of the bracket to which the pre-load adjuster is attached? That bracket mounts on both sides of the frame. Well, that’s just great!




 
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Old Jun 15, 2025 | 09:08 AM
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They are recalling 82,000 bikes! Has ever been a recall that huge? I'm sure it can't be good these days for HD.
 
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Old Jun 15, 2025 | 03:33 PM
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Originally Posted by npn
They are recalling 82,000 bikes! Has ever been a recall that huge? I'm sure it can't be good these days for HD.
Not nearly the largest. https://fortune.com/2018/11/01/harle...0-motorcycles/
 
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Old Jun 15, 2025 | 03:48 PM
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Looks to be a relatively simple fix. At least it isn't a tab breaking that is welded to the frame.
 
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Old Jun 15, 2025 | 04:50 PM
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Bikes were much better when they were assembled by people not machines.

I've had 7 new Triumphs since 2003. The first 5 were bullet proof. The last two assembled in Thailand not the U.K. both had problems.
 
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Old Jun 15, 2025 | 06:16 PM
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Do any of them drink and ride?
 
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Old Jun 16, 2025 | 04:58 AM
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So, I wonder how long it will take to get the parts to fix the problem?
 
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I would LOVE to see how the preload adjuster could possibly fit in that tight space enough to damage the rear tire.
 
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