Recall 09V-267: 2009 Harley-Davidson Fltrse3

HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on Jul 10, 2009, covering about 1,759 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-267
Report date
Jul 10, 2009
Vehicles affected
1,759
Owners notified
Jul 20, 2009

The problem

Harley davidson is recalling 1,759 my 2009 fltrse3 motorcycles equipped with blade rear wheel accessory kits. Some wheels within the subject population underwent a secondary heat treatment process. As a result of this secondary heat treatment, these wheels may have a crack.

The risk

If a crack is present, it could result in wheel failure during use, possibly leading to a crash, which could result in injury or death of the rider.

The fix

Dealers will remove the rear wheel and inspect the manufacturer's code. Wheels with the codes that indicate that they underwent a secondary heat treatment process will be replaced. Wheels that do not have the suspect code will be re-installed. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall began on july 20, 2009. Owners may contact harley davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

Notes

Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerHARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentWheels
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number09V267000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Harley-Davidson Fltrse32009All years

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 09V-267?

Harley davidson is recalling 1,759 my 2009 fltrse3 motorcycles equipped with blade rear wheel accessory kits. Some wheels within the subject population underwent a secondary heat treatment process. As a result of this secondary heat treatment, these wheels may have a crack.

How is recall 09V-267 fixed?

Dealers will remove the rear wheel and inspect the manufacturer's code. Wheels with the codes that indicate that they underwent a secondary heat treatment process will be replaced. Wheels that do not have the suspect code will be re-installed. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall began on july 20, 2009. Owners may contact harley davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

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.