The problem
Transmission magnetic drain plugs may have been broken during assembly. Consequence of defect: the broken magnet may become lodged between the transmission gears causing the transmission to lockup. If the motorcycle is operating, the rear wheel will lock-up which may lead to an accident.
The fix
Replace the drain plug with a shorter, non interfering magnetic drain plug.
Contacts
System: transmission drain plug. Vehicle description: 1340cc "rigid mount" motorcycles.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Harley-Davidson dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 86V041000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.