NHTSA Campaign Id 80V084000; Date: Jul. 24, 1980
Recalled Vehicles:1980 Harley-davidson 1340
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages
Manufactured by: Harley-davidson Motor Co.
Affected Units:: 6,214
Recall Summary:On certain vehicles, the rear brake control may disengage from the frame due to stresses primarily caused by the length of the brake control mounting bolts.
How to Fix:Dealer will replace the rear brake control mounting bolts and add a lock plate without charge.
Recall Notes:Vehicle description: motorcycles. System: service brakes; rear brake control, mounting bolts. Consequences of defect: this condition may result in loss of rear brakingcontrol, and an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 25, 1980
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