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Vehicle recall 02V272000 · October 3, 2002

Harley-Davidson Fltrsei and Screamin Eagle

On certain motorcycles, the braided clutch cable could contact the rear brake line and cause the brake line to abrade over time, resulting in a loss of rear brake fluid.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
On certain motorcycles, the braided clutch cable could contact the rear brake line and cause the brake line to abrade over time, resulting in a loss of rear brake fluid.
Consequence
The loss of rear brake fluid could cause the loss of rear brake function, possibly without warning and could cause a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the braided clutch cable. Owner notification began October 21, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4680.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
02V272000
Reported to NHTSA
October 3, 2002
Filed by
HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY
Owner notification
October 21, 2002
Vehicles potentially affected
782
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Power train › Clutch assembly
Recall 02V272000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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