Recall 05V-427: 2006 Harley-Davidson Flhx, 2006 Harley-Davidson Flhxi
HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Sep 22, 2005, covering about 2,393 vehicles.
The problem
Certain motorcycles were built with mirrors that were improperly located on the inner fairing.
The risk
In this condition, it is not possible to adjust the mirrors properly, thereby not allowing the rider to have the appropriate rearward field of vision, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
At the option of the owner, the dealer will (1) replace the inner fairing with a new inner that has the mirror mounting holes properly positioned; (2) drill another hole and have the mirrors repositioned. This method will cause the original hole to be exposed outside of the mirror base, which is cosmetically undesirable. The exposed hole would be covered with a decal; or (3) drill another hole and have the mirrors repositioned, then, at a later date, have the mirrors replaced with new mirrors that have a larger base which will cover the original mounting hole. This recall began on october 28, 2005. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 414-343-4056.
Notes
Harley-davidson recall no. 0121.customers 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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Visibility › Rearview Mirrors/Devices |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V427000 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 05V-427?
Certain motorcycles were built with mirrors that were improperly located on the inner fairing.
How is recall 05V-427 fixed?
At the option of the owner, the dealer will (1) replace the inner fairing with a new inner that has the mirror mounting holes properly positioned; (2) drill another hole and have the mirrors repositioned. This method will cause the original hole to be exposed outside of the mirror base, which is cosmetically undesirable. The exposed hole would be covered with a decal; or (3) drill another hole and have the mirrors repositioned, then, at a later date, have the mirrors replaced with new mirrors that have a larger base which will cover the original mounting hole. This recall began on october 28, 2005. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 414-343-4056.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.