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Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy Recalls — Canada & USA – Major League Recalls

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Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy Recalls

1 recall across 1 model year

Summary

The Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy has 1 recall affecting 2017 models, where hydraulic fluid can leak past the clutch actuator piston seal and gradually reduce the rider's ability to disengage the clutch, raising the risk of a crash when starting, shifting into gear, or coming to a stop.

When the clutch can no longer fully release, the motorcycle can lurch or pull forward in situations where it should coast or stay still, giving the rider little warning and limited ability to correct.

20171 recall

Latest: Oct 2018

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