Harley-Davidson Recalls 27,000 Motorcycles Due To Defective Clutch

MILWAUKEE, WI — Harley-Davidson is recalling more than 27,000 motorcycles due to a defect in the hydraulic clutch master cylinder present in some 2016 models.

The sweeping recall notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that “in the affected motorcycles, the clutch master cylinder may lose the ability to generate enough lift to disengage the clutch, especially if the motorcycle has been parked for an extended period of time.”

The notice goes on to report that “when the engine is running and the motorcycle is in gear, if the clutch cannot be fully disengaged, the motorcycle may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.”

In all, 27,232 units are included in the recall.

Harley-Davidson will notify owners, conduct an inspection and make repairs free of charge. The recall began July 25. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson’s number for this recall is 0169.

The following are affected in the recall:

• Electric Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU)
• Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low (FLHTCUL)
• Ultra Limited Low (FLHTKL)
• Ultra Limited (FLHTK), CVO Street Glide (FLHXSE)
• Street Glide (FLHX)
• Street Glide Special (FLHXS)
• Road Glide Special (FLTRXS)
• Road Glide (FLTRX)
• Police Electra Glide (FLHTP)
• Road Glide Ultra (FLTRU)
• Fat Boy S (FLSTFBS)
• Softail Slim S (FLSS)
• CVO Softail Pro Street Breakout (FXSE) motorcycles

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to www.safercar.gov.

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