Touring Models Clutch may not Remain Disengaged
Report Receipt Date: SEP 05, 2014
SUMMARY:
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain model year 2014 touring motorcycles with a hydraulic clutch. In the affected motorcycles, a component in the clutch master cylinder may fail, reducing the pressure available to keep the clutch disengaged.
Models Affected:
- Electra Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU)
- Ultra Limited (FLHTK)
- Police Electra Glide (FLHTP)
- Street Glide Special (FLHXS)
- Street Glide (FLHX)
- Tri Glide Ultra (FLHTCUTG)
- CVO Limited (FLHTKSE)
- CVO Road King (FLHRSE)
- CVO Breakout (FXSBSE)
- Electra Glide Ultra Classic Twin Cooled (FLHTCUTC)
- Ultra Limited Shrine (FLHTK SHRINE)
- Street Glide Shrine (FLHX SHRINE)
- CVO Softail Deluxe (FLSTNSE)
If the clutch does not remain disengaged, the motorcycle may creep forward while the rider intends to be stopped, increasing the risk of a crash.
CONSEQUENCE:
If the clutch does not remain disengaged, the motorcycle may creep forward while the rider intends to be stopped, increasing the risk of a crash.
REMEDY:
Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will rebuild the affected clutch master cylinders, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0159 & 0160.
NOTES:
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.
