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2006 Harley Davidson Dyna

Component

Electrical System:Battery

Consequence of Defect

on certain motorcycles, a battery caddy bolt may loosen under normal riding conditions. should this occur, the bolt can back out which allows the battery to shift position and then hold the battery in a position which may allow the battery terminals to contact the metal battery caddy cover and abrade through the positive terminal protective boot.

Corrective Action

if this occurs, the battery can short against the cover, causing sparks and possibly a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the center battery caddy bolt. the recall began on november 30, 2006. owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4680.

2005 Harley Davidson Dyna

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

on certain motorcycles, a condition occurs that could allow pressure to build up in the fuel tank. on fuel injected vehicles, this condition could cause fuel to spray out unexpectedly when the fuel cap is removed. on carbureted vehicles, excessive fuel could be transferred to the carburetor, which would eventually allow fuel to drip from the air cleaner.

Corrective Action

these situations could cause serious personal injury or create a fire hazard for persons or property on or near the motorcycle.

Recall Notes

dealers will test each canister for blockage, then replace as necessary. the recall began november 4, 2004. owners should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

2005 Harley Davidson Dyna

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Carburetor System

Consequence of Defect

certain fuel shut-off valves used as replacement equipment, p/nos 61338-02, 62169-02a, 61338-94d, and 62169-95c for use on certain 2005 carbureted sportsters, dyna, softail, and touring model motorcycles. these valves may have been produced with the functionality of the 'on' position and the 'reserve' position of the valve may have been reversed.

Corrective Action

if the bike were operating with the valve in the 'on' position, the bike could run out of fuel, the expected fuel reserve will not be available. this could lead to the driver running out of gas without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the fuel valve and replace it, if necessary. the recall began january 27, 2005. owners should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4080. if you have had or installed a replacement fuel shut-off valve in your motorcycle, please take your vehicle to your dealer to have the valve inspected for proper operation as soon as possible.

2005 Harley Davidson Dyna

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Carburetor System

Consequence of Defect

certain motorcycles may have been produced with defective fuel shut-off valves. the functionality of the 'on' position and the 'reserve' position of the valve may have been reversed.

Corrective Action

if the bike were operating with the valve in the 'on' position, the bike could run out of fuel, the expected fuel reserve will not be available. this could lead to the driver running out of gas without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the fuel valve and replace it, if necessary. the recall began february 7, 2005. owners should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4080.

2004 Harley Davidson Dyna

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

on certain motorcycles, a condition occurs that could allow pressure to build up in the fuel tank. on fuel injected vehicles, this condition could cause fuel to spray out unexpectedly when the fuel cap is removed. on carbureted vehicles, excessive fuel could be transferred to the carburetor, which would eventually allow fuel to drip from the air cleaner.

Corrective Action

these situations could cause serious personal injury or create a fire hazard for persons or property on or near the motorcycle.

Recall Notes

dealers will test each canister for blockage, then replace as necessary. the recall began november 4, 2004. owners should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

1996 Harley Davidson Dyna

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Consequence of Defect

the seal on the rear master cylinder piston can move out of position.

Corrective Action

this condition can result in a loss of rear braking performance increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the rear brake master cylinder.