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Old Oct 20, 2011 | 11:45 PM
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Interesting, I went to the HD site, and besides this recall (145), it shows a older (closed) recall (141)... but the 1 liner is so cryptic.

Anyone know what 141 was all about? I plan to harass the dealership because I wasn't notified of the recall - and it wasn't that long ago it was in for the 5k service.
 
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Old Oct 21, 2011 | 12:21 AM
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141 referenced the front gas tank mounts where it attaches to the frame. Apparently in a front impact situation there is a chance of ignition... who would have thought?
 
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Old Oct 21, 2011 | 02:06 AM
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Originally Posted by dawg
Thank you dawn, I'm in the lot...

I also had the "141" recall. It took 10 minutes in the shop to put plastic protection caps over the metal gas tank mounts.
 
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Old Oct 21, 2011 | 04:22 AM
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Shouldn't this and any other recalls or SB's be a sticky?
 
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Old Oct 21, 2011 | 04:34 AM
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Thanks Dawg. Just another reason to get rid of that heat monster called a cat. Wanna bet they change the location of the cat in the coming years?
 
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Old Oct 21, 2011 | 06:07 AM
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Thanks for the heads up Dawg!
 
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Old Oct 21, 2011 | 06:28 AM
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Originally Posted by dawg
Question is, was it replaced with the newer improved part or just another one of the same -51D switches? Look at the bulletin and then look at your switch to see what one was used.
I had a condenser unit replaced in my old Dodge Intrepid years ago a recall came out and the reimbursed me for the work. 6 or 7 months later the replacement unit failed. They wouldn't cover it saying they already covered it once. I couldn't get them to understand that they replaced the first unit with old stock of the faulty units... $700 bucks
 
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Old Oct 21, 2011 | 07:01 AM
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Just got my switch replaced a few weeks ago. Brake light was staying on, or wouldn't come on at all when using brake pedal. Plus my cruise control would not work. All fixed up now.
 
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Thanks for the heads up!
 
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Old Oct 21, 2011 | 07:47 AM
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Thanks much Dawg. I'll have the tank brackets done at the same time. I knew about it but I've been slacking..

  • Open RecallsThere are one or more open recalls on your vehicle:
    2009 Electra GlideŽ Ultra ClassicŽ VIN: 1HD1FLXXXXXXXX The following list contains the campaign number and a brief description:
    Recall Notice: 0141: RCL:09-10 TRING FRT FL/TNK MTS
    Recall Notice: 0145: RCL:2009-2012 BRAKE SWITCH RCL
    We strongly urge you to take your motorcycle to your dealer to have the appropriate service performed as soon as possible. Should you choose to ride your motorcycle prior to this service, we urge you to be aware of this condition. Some product campaigns may have expired and you may have to pay for the service. Please see your local Harley-Davidson dealer for further details.
 

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