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2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLDE Recalled by Harley-Davidson Motor Company — SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER

Date: August 22, 2023
Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Status: Ongoing
Source: NHTSA

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

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.

Affected Products

2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLDE. 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.

Why Was This Recalled?

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

Where Was This Sold?

Nationwide

About Harley-Davidson Motor Company

Harley-Davidson Motor Company has 27 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the NHTSA. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report