Vehicle recall 80V037000 · March 31, 1980

1980 Harley-Davidson 1340

There is a potential malfunction within the fork lock pin return mechanism which might allow the fork pin to drop and inadvertently engage the fork lock during left hand turns at…

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

Summary: There is a potential malfunction within the fork lock pin return mechanism which might allow the fork pin to drop and inadvertently engage the fork lock during left hand turns at low speeds.
Remedy: Dealer will be inspect and, if necessary, replace the ignition switch/fork lock assembly without charge to owner.
Notes: Vehicle description: motorcycles.system: electrical; ignition switch/fork lock assembly.consequences of defect: unexpected engaging of the fork lock can result invehicle accident and personal injury.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 80V037000
Reported to NHTSA: March 31, 1980
Filed by: HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO.
Owner notification: April 18, 1980
Vehicles potentially affected: 2,440
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Electrical system › Ignition › Switch

Recall 80V037000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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Harley-Davidson 1340 (1980): 1980

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