Harley-Davidson Low Rear Suspension (Harley-Davidson) – Shock Absorber Issue (2025)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
HARLEY-DAVIDSON LOW REAR SUSPENSION
Brand
HARLEY-DAVIDSON
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Harley-Davidson Motor Company is recalling certain HARLEY-DAVIDSON LOW REAR SUSPENSION equipment due to suspension:rear 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 Tail Rear Shock Absorbers (part number 54000294) and Low Rear Suspension Shock Absorbers (part number 54000134) designed to fit 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 were mailed July 24, 2025. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0189.
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