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Harley-Davidson Recalls 82,117 Softail Motorcycles for Tire Failure Risk

Owner notification starts June 16, with free bracket installations at authorized dealers preventing the adjuster from contacting rear tires.

The Harley Davidson sign is displayed on the front lawn as members of International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Local 175 walk the picket line outside the Harley Davidson plant in York, Pennsylvania.
The corporate logo for Harley Davidson Motorcycles is displayed at their store at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World on June 1, 2024, in Orlando, Florida.
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Overview

  • The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued the recall on June 12 after rear shock pre-load adjuster mounting tabs began fracturing during normal use.
  • Tab failures can allow the adjuster to groove the rear tire, leading to sudden pressure loss and heightened crash risk.
  • Harley-Davidson will mail recall notices by June 16 and fit a redesigned bracket at no cost to riders.
  • Affected owners are advised to watch for unusual noises under the seat, a loose adjuster, handling difficulties or abnormal tire wear.
  • No injuries or deaths have been reported and some motorcycles previously repaired under recall 23V591 still need the new retrofit.