Harley-Davidson 1340 (1981) – 81V011000

Defect Description For Recall

If The Rear Shock Absorber Should “Over-Travel” When Motorcycle Is Operated Over Rough Terrain, The Current Position Of The Rear Brake Caliper Could Cause The Rear Brake Line To Contact The Right Saddle Bag Carrier. This Could Cause A Deformation In The Rear Brake Line.

Make Of Vehicle

HARLEY-DAVIDSON

Model Of Vehicle

1340

Year

1981

Recall Campaign Number

81V011000

Component Description

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Effect Of Defect

Fix Defect

All Involved Vehicles Will Be Inspected And The Rear Brake Torque Arm Will Be Replaced With One Of A New Design. The Right Saddle Bag Carrier Will Be Modified, If Necessary.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Harley-Davidson Motor Co.

Start Of Manufacture

19800701

End Of Manufacture

19810101

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

1884

Date Owners Notified

19810320

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Harley-Davidson Motor Company

Date Report Received

19810126

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard