H-d Softail 2011
Model Softail made in 2011 by H-d got 3 consumer complains as well as 1 recall. Consumer complaints with reference to exterior lighting. . There was one recall concerning engine and engine cooling .
Model 2011
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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | ||||||||||||||||
| 11V037000 | HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY | from 06/07/2010 to 10/08/2010 | V (Vehicle) | 6964 | MFR | HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY | 01/31/2011 | 01/31/2011 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Harley-davidson is recalling certain model year 2011 softail motorcycles manufactured from june 7, 2010 through october 8, 2010. the body control modules (bcm) installed on these motorcycles (part numbers 69991-11 and 69993-11) have a case that may not have been properly sealed during production. an improper seal may allow water intrusion into the bcm which may cause engine stall. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | An engine stall while in traffic can result in a crash, which could lead to injury or death to the rider. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Harley-davidson will notify owners and dealers will replace the bcm free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about february 21, 2011. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||
| 08/05/2011 | 500 | ||
| Rear running lights randomly, repeatedly going out -- they've been replaced at least one per month. the bike is currently on its fourth new bulb. others have noted that they're having the same issue. | |||