Defect
This recall is for certain motorcycles equipped with an accessory detachable Tour-Pak luggage carrier conversion kit. The turn signal telltale may flash quickly when the Tour-Pak luggage isn't mounted, like when a bulb fails. As a result, you may not get warning when a turn signal bulb actually fails. Canadian regulations require a change in the turn signal flash rate when a bulb fails. Note: This recall affects Harley-Davidson accessory Tour-Pak luggage carrier conversion kit part numbers 53000916 and 53000917. These parts may have been installed on new motorcycles or sold as accessory parts through Harley-Davidson dealerships.
Safety Risk
A turn signal telltale that doesn't work properly could cause you to be unaware when a turn signal bulb fails. Turn signals that do not work may cause a person not to recognize when you intend to turn or change lanes. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Harley-Davidson will notify registered kit owners by mail and instruct you to take your motorcycle to a dealership to correct the wiring harness for the detachable Tour-Pak luggage carrier conversion kit. If you purchased this kit and installed it as an aftermarket accessory, you should contact your local Harley-Davidson dealer.