Car Recall: Why They Will and What Should You Know
Why does a car recall occur? Here’s what you need to know if your car has an open recall:
The Harley-Davidson Motor Company recalls more than 82,000 bikes due to issues that increase the likelihood of crashes, the National Highway Traffic Safety Agency reports.
The rear shock preload adjuster mounting tabs could break with certain 2018-2024 soft ajackles, the federal agency said in a June 12 recall notice that the rear shock absorber adjuster would damage the rear tire and damage the tire pressure.
Possible malfunctions could lead to the risk of crashes and death, officials said.
Harley Davison had not reported any deaths or injuries related to the issue as of early June.
Some vehicles included in the recall had previously been repaired with the recall 23v591, so the new treatment needs to be completed.
Here are some things you need to know about recalls, including which years will be affected and how to fix the issue.
How many years and models will be affected?
The recall will affect the next 82,117 Harley-Davidson Softail bike.
- FLDE: 2018-2019
- FLHCS: 2018-2024
- FLHC: 2018-2021
- FXLRS: 2020-2024
- FXLRST: 2022-2024
- FLHCS ANV: 2018, 2023
- FXRST: 2022
For more information about the recall, see this report.
What if Harley is recalled?
Dealers will install new brackets on their bikes for free, the NHTSA recall notice states.
The notification will be mailed to the owner by June 16th.
What is the Harley recall number?
Owners with questions can call Harley at 1-800-258-2464. The number of this recalls is 0188.
Owners can also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.nhtsa.gov.
Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter at USA Today. Contact her at nalund@usatoday.com and follow her at x @nataliealund.