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Vehicle recall 26V270000 · April 28, 2026

Harley-Davidson Flhx, Fltrx and 7 more models

The airbox backplate breather port may be blocked, allowing pressure to build up inside the crankcase.

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

Summary
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2024-2026 FLTRX, FLHX, 2025-2026 FXBR, FLFB, 2025 FLHXU, 2026 FLTRXL, FLTRT, FLHXL, and FLHLT motorcycles built with an Airbox Baseplate (part number 29000373). The airbox backplate breather port may be blocked, allowing pressure to build up inside the crankcase.
Consequence
When the dipstick is removed while the crankcase is pressurized, oil may eject from the fill spout, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the breather port, and if the port is blocked, repair the blockage, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 14, 2026. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov April 16, 2025. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0193.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
26V270000
Reported to NHTSA
April 28, 2026
Filed by
Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Manufacturer campaign
0193
Owner notification
May 14, 2026
Vehicles potentially affected
88,039
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Crankcase (pcv)
Recall 26V270000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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