NHTSA Recall 06V474000
NHTSA Campaign Id 06V474000; Date: Dec. 18, 2006
Should these cracks progress to the point of breaking the handlebar into two pieces, a loss of control could result which could cause a crash which could cause injury or death to the rider.
Recalled Vehicles:
2007 Harley-davidson Fxdwg; 2006 Harley-davidson Fxdwgi
Component: Steering:wheel And Handle Bar
Manufactured by: Harley-davidson Motor Company
Affected Units:: 10,397
Recall Summary:
On certain motorcycles, the internally wired handlebars have a potential to crack at the hole where the wires exit the handlebars between the handlebar clamps.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the handlebar with one with a greater wall thickness and with a wire exit hole that has a shape that reduces stress concentration. The recall began on January 16, 2007. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4680.
Recall Notes:
Harley-davidson recall no. 0127. 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 16, 2006
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