H-d Flhtcuse4
Model Flhtcuse4 made by H-d got 19 consumer complains as well as 2 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to service brakes, hydraulic and suspension. There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting and fuel system, gasoline.
Model 2009
Recalls
Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS - SWITCH | ||||||||||||||||
11V506000 | HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY | from 06/06/2008 to 09/16/2011 | V (Vehicle) | 250757 | 10/31/2011 | MFR | HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY | 10/19/2011 | 10/20/2011 | |||||||
Defect Summary | Harley-davidson is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 touring, cvo touring and trike vehicles manufactured from june 6, 2008, through september 16, 2011. see the above list for the models included in the recall. the rear brake light switch may be exposed to excessive heat from the exhaust system. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | The excessive heat may cause the switch to not activate the brake lamp or activate the brake lamp when no brake is applied and/or cause a brake fluid leak at the brake light switch, affecting rear brake performance. either condition may increase the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Harley-davidson will notify owners, and dealers will a install a rear brake light switch kit, free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during october 31, 2011. owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Harley-davidson safety recall number is 0145.customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - MOUNTING | ||||||||||||||||
09V457000 | HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY | from 06/06/2008 to 11/19/2009 | V (Vehicle) | 111569 | 12/11/2009 | MFR | HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY | 12/01/2009 | 12/01/2009 | |||||||
Defect Summary | Harley-davidson is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 touring family motorcycles, including cvo touring and trike products, manufactured from june 6, 2008 through november 19, 2009. the front fuel tank mounts may distort in reaction to severe frame damage from a frontal collision. this condition may cause a fuel leak at the weld of the front bracket to the tunnel. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire, which could lead to injury or death to the rider. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a left and right brace, which are intended to reduce front mount distortion during certain crash conditions. this repair will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on december 11, 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 http://www.safercar.gov . |
Consumer Complaints
Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
04/13/2012 | 21800 | 1 | |
The rear wheel bearing failed severely damaging the rear wheel and brake. the motorcycle started shaking and wobbling. it was difficult to bring it to a stop and stay upright. | |||
SUSPENSION - REAR | |||
04/13/2012 | 21800 | 1 | |
The rear wheel bearing failed severely damaging the rear wheel and brake. the motorcycle started shaking and wobbling. it was difficult to bring it to a stop and stay upright. | |||
TIRES | |||
05/21/2009 | 5200 | ||
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 harley davidson motorcycle, flhtcuse4 equipped, with dunlop d407 p180/65/16 tires. the contact stated that he had experienced a recurring failure involving an abnormal and excessive vibration while driving at various speeds. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed the tires were defective. the front tire was replaced and the failure persisted. the contact eventually replaced both tires. the failure mileage was 5,200 and the current mileage was 8,769. | |||
WHEELS | |||
04/13/2012 | 21800 | 1 | |
The rear wheel bearing failed severely damaging the rear wheel and brake. the motorcycle started shaking and wobbling. it was difficult to bring it to a stop and stay upright. |