NHTSA recall 11E005000 · Equipment
Equipment
Reported Jan 31, 2011805 vehicles affectedHARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY
The defect
Harley-davidson IS recalling certain accessory security system kits sold as part number 41000021 for installation on model year 2011 softail motorcycles. these accessory kits contain body control module (bcm) part number 69993-11. the bcm has a case that may not have been properly sealed during production. an improper seal may allow water intrusion into the bcm which may cause engine stall.
The risk
An engine stall while in traffic can result in a crash, which could lead to injury or death to the rider.
The remedy
Harley-davidson will notify owners and dealers will replace the bcm free of charge. the safety recall IS expected to begin on or about february 21, 2011. owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.