Vehicle recall 05V537000 · November 22, 2005
Harley-Davidson FXD, FXD35 and 4 more models
On certain motorcycles, the transmission may go into a false neutral position even though the neutral indicator light is illuminated.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain motorcycles, the transmission may go into a false neutral position even though the neutral indicator light is illuminated.
- Consequence
- The motorcycle could drop into gear unexpectedly and create the risk of a crash and injuries.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the shifter cam (drum), the detent arm, and the neutral switch with newly designed components. The recall began on December 12, 2005. Owner may contact rley Davidson at 1-414-343-4056.
- Notes
- Harley-davidson recall no. 0124.CUSTOMERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 05V537000
- Reported to NHTSA
- November 22, 2005
- Filed by
- HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY
- Manufacturer campaign
- 0124
- Owner notification
- December 12, 2005
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 10,498
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Power train › Manual transmission
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Harley-Davidson FXD (2006): 2006
- Harley-Davidson FXD35 (2006): 2006
- Harley-Davidson Fxdbi (2006): 2006
- Harley-Davidson Fxdc (2006): 2006
- Harley-Davidson Fxdl (2006): 2006
- Harley-Davidson Fxdwgi (2006): 2006
Has your Harley-Davidson been repaired?
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NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Harley-Davidson dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.