NHTSA Recall 04V465000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V465000; Date: Sep. 30, 2004
These situations could cause serious personal injury or create a fire hazard for persons or property on or near the motorcycle.
Recalled Vehicles:
2004 Harley-davidson Dyna; 2005 Harley-davidson Dyna; 2004 Harley-davidson Dyna Glide; 2004 Harley-davidson Dyna Wide-glide; 2004 Harley-davidson Road King; 2004 Harley-davidson Softail; 2005 Harley-davidson Softail; 2005 Harley-davidson Touring; 2005 Harley-davidson V-rod; 2005 Harley-davidson XL
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly
Manufactured by: Harley-davidson Motor Company
Affected Units:: 2,828
Recall Summary:
On certain motorcycles, a condition occurs that could allow pressure to build up in the fuel tank. On fuel injected vehicles, this condition could cause fuel to spray out unexpectedly when the fuel cap is removed. On carbureted vehicles, excessive fuel could be transferred to the carburetor, which would eventually allow fuel to drip from the air cleaner.
How to Fix:
Dealers will test each canister for blockage, then replace as necessary. The recall began November 4, 2004. Owners should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.
Recall Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 14, 2005
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