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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 11V506📅 Oct 20, 2011

2009–2012 Harley-Davidson Flhp & 2009–2012 Harley-Davidson Flhr + 24 more recall: lights

⚠️ What's wrong

Harley-Davidson is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 touring, cvo touring and trike vehicles manufactured from june 6, 2008, through september 16, 2011. See the above list for the models included in the recall. The rear brake light switch may be exposed to excessive heat from the exhaust system.

💥 The risk

The excessive heat may cause the switch to not activate the brake lamp or activate the brake lamp when no brake is applied and/or cause a brake fluid leak at the brake light switch, affecting rear brake performance. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will a install a rear brake light switch kit, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during october 31, 2011. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
11V506000
Manufacturer recall #
0145
Manufacturer
HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY
Vehicles affected
250,757
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Oct 31, 2011
Built
Jun 6, 2008 – Sep 16, 2011
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Harley-Davidson safety recall number is 0145.customers owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 11V506 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 11V506?

2009–2012 Harley-Davidson Flhp & 2009–2012 Harley-Davidson Flhr + 24 more. 250,757 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Harley-Davidson dealer to book the free repair.