Harley Davidson recall: 2025 and 2026 softail rear brakeline
- What's wrong
- The rear brake line may contact the Body Control Module (BCM) due to insufficient clearance. Contact between the brake line and the BCM over time could lead to a hole in the brake line and a loss of brake fluid. If brake fluid loss remains…
- What to do
- Contact a Harley Davidson dealer to book the free repair. The BCM caddy and associated hardware will be replaced on all affected vehicles. In addition the rear brake line will be inspected and if damaged will be replaced along with…
What’s wrong
The rear brake line may contact the Body Control Module (BCM) due to insufficient clearance. Contact between the brake line and the BCM over time could lead to a hole in the brake line and a loss of brake fluid. If brake fluid loss remains undetected rear braking may be compromised increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
The BCM caddy and associated hardware will be replaced on all affected vehicles. In addition the rear brake line will be inspected and if damaged will be replaced along with associated parts.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flhc | 3 Oct 2024 | 26 Mar 2026 | 123 |
| Fxbb | 3 Oct 2024 | 26 Mar 2026 | 179 |
| Fxlrs | 5 Dec 2024 | 16 Mar 2026 | 151 |
| Fxlrst | 3 Oct 2024 | 26 Mar 2026 | 194 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 16 April 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.