NHTSA Recall 78V042000
NHTSA Campaign Id 78V042000; Date: Mar. 1, 1978
Recalled Vehicles:
1978 Harley-davidson 1200 Super Glide
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper
Manufactured by: Harley-davidson Motor Co.
Affected Units:: 3,438
Recall Summary:
The clamping bolt washer on the left and right front brake caliper assembly could crack due to exposure to hydrogen. (these washers were incorrectly processed, causing them to become brittle and break).
How to Fix:
The dealer will replace the washer in the front brake caliper at no charge.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: motorcycles. System: service brakes; clamping bolt washer (left and right). Consequences of defect: if a loose bolt condition goes unnoticed, the caliperbolt could loosen enough to contact the wheel spokes. The resulting wheel orbrake damage could cause loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 29, 1978
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