Clutch issue prompts Harley-Davidson recall

The motorcycle's clutch may not remain engaged

By James Limbach of ConsumerAffairs

Harley-Davidson Motor Company is recalling 105,746 of the following

model year 2014 motorcycles:

• Electra Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU)
• Ultra Limited (FLHTK)
• Police Electra Glide (FLHTP)
• Street Glide Special (FLHXS)
• Street Glide (FLHX)
• Tri Glide Ultra (FLHTCUTG)
• CVO Limited (FLHTKSE)
• CVO Road King (FLHRSE)
• CVO Breakout (FXSBSE)
• Electra Glide Ultra Classic Twin Cooled (FLHTCUTC)
• Ultra Limited Shrine (FLHTK SHRINE)
• Street Glide Shrine (FLHX SHRINE)
• CVO Softail Deluxe (FLSTNSE)

A component in the clutch master cylinder the recalled motorcycles may fail, reducing the pressure available to keep the clutch disengaged. In such a case, the motorcycle may creep forward while the rider intends to be stopped, increasing the risk of a crash.

Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will rebuild the affected clutch master cylinders, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014.

Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0159 & 0160.