Harley-Davidson FLHC (Harley-Davidson) – Rear Shock Mount Defect (2025)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC
Brand
HARLEY-DAVIDSON
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2018
Harley-Davidson Motor Company is recalling certain 2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC vehicles due to suspension:rear:shock absorber issues. A sudden loss of tire pressure increases the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A sudden loss of tire pressure increases the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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 recall 23V591, and will need to have the new remedy completed.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026