2018 Harley-Davidson Flde Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2018 Harley-Davidson Flde. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 25V375000Jun 6, 202582,117 vehicles potentially affected
  Suspension › Rear › Shock absorber
  Covers: Harley-Davidson Flde 2018–2019, Flhcs 2018–2024, Fxlrs 2020–2024 +4 more

  Reported issue: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Softail motorcycles. The mounting tab on the rear shock pre-load adjuster may break, allowing the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.

  Possible consequence: A sudden loss of tire pressure increases the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will install a new bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 16, 2025. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0188. Some of the vehicles included in this recall were previously repaired under…

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• 23V591000Aug 22, 202365,224 vehicles potentially affected
  Suspension › Rear › Shock absorber
  Covers: Harley-Davidson Flde 2018–2019, Flhcs 2018–2023, Fxlrs 2020–2023 +4 more

  Reported issue: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2018-2019 FLDE, 2018-2021 FLHC, 2018-2023 FLHCS, 2018 and 2023 FLHCS ANV, 2020-2023 FXLRS, 2022-2023 FXLRST, and 2022 FXRST Softail motorcycles. A fastener securing the rear shock absorber may break and allow the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.

  Possible consequence: A loss of tire pressure can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the shock absorber fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0181.

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