Harley-Davidson recall: Equipment
What is wrong
Harley-davidson is recalling certain accessory security system kits sold as part number 41000021 for installation on model year 2011 softail motorcycles. These accessory kits contain body control module (BCM) part number 69993-11. The BCM has a case that may not have been properly sealed during production. An improper seal may allow water intrusion into the BCM which may cause engine stall.
What could happen
An engine stall while in traffic can result in a crash, which could lead to injury or death to the rider.
The fix
Harley-davidson will notify owners and dealers will replace the BCM free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about february 21, 2011. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.
Vehicles covered
- Harley-Davidson Security System Kit
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 11E005000
- Type
- Equipment
- Filed by
- Harley-Davidson Motor Company
- Reported to NHTSA
- Jan 31, 2011
- Owners notified
- Feb 21, 2011
- Vehicles or items affected
- 805
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- –
- Part
- Equipment
Notes
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.