Harley-Davidson recall: Equipment
What is wrong
Harley-davidson has notified NHTSA about a defect in certain cam buckle tie-down kits sold as aftermarket accessories, p/nos. 94690-10 and 94665-10. The straps may slip at less than the rated 1200 lb load specification.
What could happen
This may allow unexpected shift or movement of a load being secured by the tie down straps, which may increase the risk of serious injury or death.
The fix
Harley-davidson will notify owners through its dealer network and will offer a full refund for the return of the defective straps. The safety recall began on april 13, 2010. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.
Vehicles covered
- Harley-Davidson Cam Buckle Tie-Down Kit
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 10E011000
- Type
- Equipment
- Filed by
- Harley-Davidson Motor Company
- Reported to NHTSA
- Apr 8, 2010
- Owners notified
- Apr 13, 2010
- Vehicles or items affected
- 1,020
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- –
- Part
- Equipment
- Maker's own recall number
- 0142
Notes
Harley-davidson's recall campaign number is 0142.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.