NHTSA Recall 79V005000
NHTSA Campaign Id 79V005000; Date: Jan. 4, 1979
Recalled Vehicles:
1978 Harley-davidson FLH1200; 1978 Harley-davidson FLH80
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper
Manufactured by: Harley-davidson Motor Co.
Affected Units:: 85
Recall Summary:
The involved motorcycles were produced with an incorrect front brake caliper piston assembly which allows excessive caliper pad retraction from the front brake disc. Because of this, more than one application of the front handlever could be required to produce effective front braking of the motorcycle.
How to Fix:
The dealer will replace the front brake caliper at no cost to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: motorcycles. System: service brakes; disc caliper. Consequences of defect: if the operator does not realize that a second brakeapplication is required, or if there is insufficient time for a secondapplication, an accident could result. Note: the operator will be forewarned of this condition by an increase in thehandlever movement before the front brake becomes effective. Drivers areadvised not to operate motorcycles under these circumstances.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 11, 1979
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