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Vehicle recall 11V506000 · October 19, 2011

Harley-Davidson Flhp, Flhr and 24 more models

See the above list for the models included in the recall.

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

Summary
Harley-davidson is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 touring, cvo touring and trike vehicles manufactured from June 6, 2008, through September 16, 2011. See the above list for the models included in the recall. The rear brake light switch may be exposed to excessive heat from the exhaust system.
Consequence
The excessive heat may cause the switch to not activate the brake lamp or activate the brake lamp when no brake is applied and/or cause a brake fluid leak at the brake light switch, affecting rear brake performance. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Harley-davidson will notify owners, and dealers will a install a rear brake light switch kit, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during October 31, 2011. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.
Notes
Harley-davidson safety recall number is 0145.CUSTOMERS owners 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
11V506000
Reported to NHTSA
October 19, 2011
Filed by
HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacturer campaign
0145
Owner notification
October 31, 2011
Vehicles potentially affected
250,757
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch
Recall 11V506000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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