NHTSA Recall 79V136000
NHTSA Campaign Id 79V136000; Date: May. 31, 1979
Recalled Vehicles:
1979 Harley-davidson 80; 1979 Harley-davidson FLH; 1979 Harley-davidson FLH80
Component: Equipment
Manufactured by: Harley-davidson Motor Co.
Affected Units:: 2,547
Recall Summary:
The seat handrail may have been assembled to the motorcycle with the two center attaching bolts missing. If these two bolts are missing the seat will be attached by the front bracket and rear bolt only.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect and install the proper seat handrail hold down hardware.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: motorcycles. System: equipment; seat bolts. Consequences of defect: missing bolts could allow the seat to shift or possiblycome loose from motorcycle during operation, resulting in loss of vehiclecontrol and serious personal injury. Note: owner is advised not to carry passengers and to operate motorcycle withcaution because of the possible excessive seat movement.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 9, 1979
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