Harley Davidson Xl1000 1977

Model Xl1000 made in 1977 by Harley Davidson got 1 recall. There was one recall concerning suspension .

Model 1977

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SUSPENSION - REAR - SHOCK ABSORBER
77V120000HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO. V (Vehicle)34708/09/1977MFRHARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY08/10/197710/12/1979
Defect SummaryThe involved vehicles may contain incorrect shock absorber mounting washers. these incorrect washers prevent either the upper or lower shock absorber eyes from rotating freely when the suspension system moves, causing stress on the shock absorber eye. this could lead to premature failure, causing collapse of the suspension and a locked wheel.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe dealer will replace the cupped shock absorber mounting washers with flat ones, without charge.
NotesVehicle description: motorcycles.system: suspension; shock absorber.consequences of defect: should the wheel lock while the vehicle is in motion,loss of vehicle control and an accident could occur.