Vehicle recall 88V111000 · July 8, 1988
1988 Harley-Davidson Fxsts
Front brake caliper is subject to loosen.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Front brake caliper is subject to loosen.
- Consequence
- This could result in front wheel seizure with potentialfor an accident.
- Remedy
- Replace the upper bolt on the brake caliper; also install a washer and cotter pin to further restrain movement.
- Notes
- System: front brake caliper.vehicle description: motorcycle.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 88V111000
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 8, 1988
- Filed by
- HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO.
- Owner notification
- July 2, 1988
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 846
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic
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 Fxsts (1988): 1988
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