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  NHTSA Recall 72V079000

NHTSA Campaign Id 72V079000; Date: Apr. 13, 1972

icon1 Recalled Vehicles:

1972 Harley-davidson Xlch 1972 Harley-davidson XLH

Component: Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft

Manufactured by: Harley-davidson Motor Co.

Affected Units:: 8,000

icon3 Recall Summary:

icon2 How to Fix:

icon4 Recall Notes:

Harley davidson campaign no 015. Manfd. 11-1 1971 thru 3-29 1972. Possibility that rear fork assembly bearing lock nut was not properly staked toprevent it from backing off. If condition exists, will result in loss ofbearing adjustment, which could affect stability of vehicle. (correct byinspecting and properly staking nut where necessary. )

Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 1, 1972

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