Harley Davidson 1340 1980

Model 1340 made in 1980 by Harley Davidson got 7 recalls. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, power train and service brakes, hydraulic.

Model 1980

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH
80V037000HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO.from 10/01/1979 to 02/01/1980V (Vehicle)244004/18/1980MFRHARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY03/31/198004/02/1980
Defect SummaryThere is a potential malfunction within the fork lock pin return mechanism which might allow the fork pin to drop and inadvertently engage the fork lock during left hand turns at low speeds.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will be inspect and, if necessary, replace the ignition switch/fork lock assembly without charge to owner.
NotesVehicle description: motorcycles.system: electrical; ignition switch/fork lock assembly.consequences of defect: unexpected engaging of the fork lock can result invehicle accident and personal injury.
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
80V020000HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO.from 01/01/1980 to 01/01/1980V (Vehicle)6203/07/1980MFRHARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY02/26/198003/07/1980
Defect SummaryOn certain motorcycles, the head of the rear wheel sprocket mounting bolt could break off and eventually wedge itself between the aluminum chain housing and the sprocket. this defect is due to a manufacturing process which may cause the bolts to become brittle.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe dealer will replace all five rear wheel sprocket mounting bolts on all involved vehicles.
NotesVehicle description: motorcycles.system: suspension; wheels; sprocket mounting bolts.consequences of defect: the rear wheels may lock up at low speeds and anaccident could occur due to loss of vehicle control.note: defect may be detected by excessive noise in the chain housing.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER
80V009000HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO.from 10/01/1979 to 01/01/1980V (Vehicle)134303/14/1980MFRHARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY02/14/198003/07/1980
Defect SummaryThe rear brake caliper casting on certain vehicles could be porous and could allow brake fluid to seep from the caliper assembly. if this occurs, the rear brakes will gradually lose fluid and pressure.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will test and replace, if necessary, the rear brake caliper on affected vehicles.
NotesVehicle description: motorcycles.system: service brakes; rear brake caliper casting.consequences of defect: if this problem goes undetected, total loss of rearbrakes and a vehicle accident could occur.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - PEDALS AND LINKAGES
80V084000HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO.from 09/01/1979 to 06/01/1980V (Vehicle)621407/25/1980MFRHARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY07/24/198008/11/1980
Defect SummaryOn certain vehicles, the rear brake control may disengage from the frame due to stresses primarily caused by the length of the brake control mounting bolts.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will replace the rear brake control mounting bolts and add a lock plate without charge.
NotesVehicle description: motorcycles.system: service brakes; rear brake control, mounting bolts.consequences of defect: this condition may result in loss of rear brakingcontrol, and an accident.
STEERING - COLUMN LOCKING - ANTI-THEFT DEVICE
80V070000HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO.from 10/01/1979 to 04/01/1980V (Vehicle)386006/13/1980MFRHARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY05/29/198007/31/1980
Defect SummaryThe adjusting screw, which mounts through a fork lock lever assembly into the fork lock itself, may not be fully and securely engaged because the screw may not be long enough. this may allow the fork pin to drop and accidentally engage the fork lock.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will install an adjusting screw kit free of charge.
NotesVehicle description: motorcycles.system: electrical; ignition switch; fork lock assembly.consequences of defect: the fork lock could be engaged, causing loss of vehiclecontrol, without prior warning, and an accident.note: the defect is likely to occur during extreme left hand turns at lowspeeds when the handlebar must be physically rotated to its left stop.
SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING
80V126000HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO.from 10/01/1979 to 07/01/1980V (Vehicle)426211/20/1980MFRHARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY09/24/198012/10/1980
Defect SummaryThe wheel bearings on the involved motorcycles may have had inadequate initial bearing lubrications and sealing. depending on the degree of insufficient lubrication, this problem could cause failure of the front and/or rear wheel bearings.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will inspect and replace the wheel bearings at no charge to owner.
NotesVehicle description: motorcycles.system: suspension; wheel bearings.consequences of defect: failure of the wheel bearings may result in wheellock-up, loss of vehicle control and an accident.note: a squealing or chattering noise from the bearings is a warning sign ofimpending bearing failure. owner is cautioned not to operate the motorcycleuntil corrections are made.
WHEELS - LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
80V085000HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO.from 06/01/1979 to 06/01/1980V (Vehicle)469008/13/1980MFRHARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY07/07/198008/11/1980
Defect SummaryOn certain vehicles there may be a gradual loosening of the rear sprocket bolt(s) and a decrease in the clamping force necessary to maintain a secure attachment of the rear wheel sprocket to the wheel.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will replace the (5) rear wheel sprocket bolts at no charge.
NotesVehicle description: motorcycles.system: suspension; rear wheel sprocket, mounting bolts.consequences of defect: this could cause the rear brake caliper pistons toretract, resulting in a spongy feel in the brake. should bolt(s) disengagefar enough, they may interfere with the spacer plate and cause the rear wheelto lock up at low speeds. this could result in loss of vehicle control and anaccident.note: manufacturer advises that the motorcycle should not be ridden until thecondition has been corrected.