The clutch master cylinder may lose the ability to generate enough lift to disengage the clutch
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of ConsumerAffairsHarley-Davidson Motor Company is recalling 27,232 model year 2016 Electric Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU), Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low (FLHTCUL), Ultra Limited Low (FLHTKL), Ultra Limited (FLHTK), CVO Street Glide (FLHXSE), Street Glide (FLHX), Street Glide Special (FLHXS), Road Glide Special (FLTRXS), Road Glide (FLTRX), Police Electra Glide (FLHTP), Road Glide Ultra (FLTRU), Fat Boy S (FLSTFBS), Softail Slim S (FLSS), and CVO Softail Pro Street Breakout (FXSE) motorcycles.
The clutch master cylinder in the affected motorcycles may lose the ability to generate enough lift to disengage the clutch, especially if the motorcycle has been parked for an extended period of time.
If the clutch cannot be fully disengaged when the engine is running and the motorcycle is in gear, the motorcycle may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the clutch master cylinder for the presence of gas in the fluid. If found, the dealer will flush the clutch system and rebuild the clutch master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began July 25, 2016.
Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0169.
