The 2017 Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special has 2 recalls, both carrying crash risk: an oil cooler line that can detach and spray oil onto the rear tire, and a clutch that can fail to disengage.
The oil cooler line is held by a clamp that may not be properly secured, and if the line pulls free, sudden oil loss can coat the rear tire and cause a loss of traction. On the drivetrain side, the clutch assembly can stick engaged, meaning the rider may be unable to separate the engine from the transmission when needed, making it difficult to slow or stop the motorcycle in a controlled way.
At a glance
What can fail
The secondary clutch actuator cylinder may develop an internal fluid leak, reducing the clutch master cylinder's ability to disengage the clutch fully.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a new secondary clutch actuator piston assembly at no charge.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The clamp securing the engine oil cooler line may not be properly installed, potentially causing the line to loosen.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and correct the oil cooler line clamps at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
