Vehicle recall 06V201000 · June 8, 2006
Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200R and Sportster 883R
On certain motorcycles, the front master brake cylinder assembly had been built with inadequate lubrication on the secondary cup.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain motorcycles, the front master brake cylinder assembly had been built with inadequate lubrication on the secondary cup. This could cause the sliding resistance of the piston to be excessive, which in turn could cause the return of the piston to be slow upon release of the brake.
- Consequence
- The piston may not return completely. If this happens, the rear brake light could remain illuminated which could cause a crash or injuries.
- Remedy
- Dealers will rebuild the master cylinder. The recall began on July 10, 2006. Owners may contact Harley Davidson at 1-414-343-4056.
- Notes
- Harley-davidson recall no. 0125.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
- 06V201000
- Reported to NHTSA
- June 8, 2006
- Filed by
- HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY
- Manufacturer campaign
- 0125
- Owner notification
- July 10, 2006
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 9,506
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder
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 Sportster 1200R (2004-2005): 2005, 2004
- Harley-Davidson Sportster 883R (2004-2005): 2005, 2004
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