Harley Davidson Recalls Certain 2007 Model Motorcycles

Harley Davidson Recalls Certain 2007 Model Motorcycles

     Harley Davidson / Xl1200C       2007
 
     Harley Davidson / Xl1200L       2007
 
     Harley Davidson / Xl1200R       2007
 
     Harley Davidson / Xl50       2007
 
     Harley Davidson / Xl883       2007
 
     Harley Davidson / Xl883C       2007
 
     Harley Davidson / Xl883L       2007
 
     Harley Davidson / Xl883R       2007
 
Manufacturer : Harley-Davidson Motor Company  
 
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 06V476000  Mfg's Report Date : Dec 14, 2006

Component: Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 18,758

Summary:
 On certain motorcycles, as a result of a greater body thickness than used in previous model years, the voltage regulator may contact the front fender under certain conditions. In some cases this contact may allow the front fender to catch on the top side of the regulator body which could impede the operator's ability to steer the vehicle. 

Consequence:
 This could result in a crash which could cause injury or death to the rider.

Remedy:
 Dealers will install an intermediate mounting bracket that will relocate the voltage regulator to a position which provides more clearance from the front fender. Harley-Davidson has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

Notes:
 Harley-Davidson recall no. 0128. Customers 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.