Harley Davidson recall: Softail Rear Shock Pre-Load Adjuster
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On affected machines the rear shock pre-load adjuster mounting bracket may fracture under normal use potentially allowing the rear shock adjuster to contact the rear tyre. if contact between the rear shock adjuster and tyre remains undetected this may cause a sudden loss of tyre…
- What to do
- Contact a Harley Davidson dealer to book the free repair. Installation of a secondary bracket underneath the motorcycle’s rear shock absorber pre-load adjuster.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On affected machines the rear shock pre-load adjuster mounting bracket may fracture under normal use potentially allowing the rear shock adjuster to contact the rear tyre. if contact between the rear shock adjuster and tyre remains undetected this may cause a sudden loss of tyre pressure.
The fix
Installation of a secondary bracket underneath the motorcycle’s rear shock absorber pre-load adjuster.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flhc | 29 Jun 2017 | 25 Oct 2021 | 103 |
| Flhcs | 28 Jun 2017 | 2 Oct 2024 | 528 |
| Flhc Anv | 7 Jul 2017 | 10 Nov 2023 | 39 |
| Flde | 30 Jun 2018 | 20 Jun 2019 | 121 |
| Fxlrs | 9 Jun 2019 | 2 Oct 2024 | 795 |
| Fxlrst | 17 Nov 2021 | 28 Nov 2024 | 415 |
| Fxrst | 6 Jun 2022 | 25 Oct 2022 | 34 |
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 9 June 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.