Harley-Davidson Motor Company Inc - HARLEY DAVIDSON TOURING, CVO & VRSC 2007 - 2012

recall information

Recall number
REC-000382
PRA number
2018/16593
Campaign number
171
Original published date

make and model information

Make
HARLEY DAVIDSON
Model
TOURING, CVO & VRSC
Year range
2007 - 2012
Affected units
3,693

Identifying features

see attached VIN list
VIN (Vehicle identification number)

What are the defects?

On the affected model motorcycles, if the brake fluid is not flushed for a prolonged period of time beyond the 2 year schedule specified in the Owner’s Manual and Service Manual, a braking issue may develop.

What are the hazards?

If this condition remains undetected, it may lead to a loss of brake function on the affected wheel without notice, posing an accident hazard.

What should consumers do?

Owners should contact their nearest Harley-Davidson dealership to arrange an inspection and remedy. The nearest dealership can be found at https://www.harley-davidson.com/au/en/find-a-dealer.html

Harley-Davidson Motor Company Inc will provide a ‘one-time’ brake fluid flush, after which it will be the owners’ responsibility to have the brake fluid on their vehicles flushed every two years, as set down in their vehicle owner’s manual.
Supplier details
Harley-Davidson Motor Company Inc

Who should owners/operators contact for more information?

Responsible regulator

Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.