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