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HARLEY-DAVIDSON SOFTAIL SPRINGER (FXSTS) Recalls by Year — Canada & USA – Major League Recalls

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HARLEY-DAVIDSON SOFTAIL SPRINGER (FXSTS) Recalls

1 recall across 1 model year

Summary

The Harley-Davidson Softail Springer (FXSTS) has 1 recall affecting the 1988 model year, where the front brake caliper upper mounting bolt can loosen and detach, allowing the caliper to rotate and jam against the brake disc, locking the front wheel without warning. When the caliper breaks free and catches on the disc, the front wheel can stop abruptly while the motorcycle is in motion, with no opportunity for the rider to react or compensate before losing control.

19881 recall

Latest: Jul 1988

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