2018-2023 Harley-Davidson FLDE/FLHC/FLHCS +4 - Suspension recall

Model years: 2018-2023
Makes: Harley-Davidson
Manufacturer: Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Component: SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
Potential units affected: 65,224 (NHTSA estimate of the at-risk population)
Reported: 2023-08-22

Affected vehicles

2023 Harley-Davidson FLHCS
2023 Harley-Davidson FLHCS ANV
2023 Harley-Davidson FXLRS
2023 Harley-Davidson FXLRST
2022 Harley-Davidson FLHCS
2022 Harley-Davidson FXLRS
2022 Harley-Davidson FXLRST
2022 Harley-Davidson FXRST
2021 Harley-Davidson FLHC
2021 Harley-Davidson FLHCS
2021 Harley-Davidson FXLRS
2020 Harley-Davidson FLHC
2020 Harley-Davidson FLHCS
2020 Harley-Davidson FXLRS
2019 Harley-Davidson FLDE
2019 Harley-Davidson FLHC
2019 Harley-Davidson FLHCS
2018 Harley-Davidson FLDE
2018 Harley-Davidson FLHC
2018 Harley-Davidson FLHCS
2018 Harley-Davidson FLHCS ANV

What’s the problem?

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2018-2019 FLDE, 2018-2021 FLHC, 2018-2023 FLHCS, 2018 and 2023 FLHCS ANV, 2020-2023 FXLRS, 2022-2023 FXLRST, and 2022 FXRST Softail motorcycles. A fastener securing the rear shock absorber may break and allow the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.

What could happen?

A loss of tire pressure can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What’s the fix?

Dealers will replace the shock absorber fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0181.