NHTSA recall 86V087000
Suspension › Rear
Harley-Davidson Flt Series and 1 more
Reported Jul 9, 19862,097 vehicles affectedHARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO.Built Mar 1, 1986 – Jun 1, 1986
The defect
Bolts in pivot shaft that attaches the swing arm to the frame may not be torqued to specifications. consequence of defect: bolts could lose all torque and vibrate free of the motorcycle, causing a severe handling problem which could result in loss of control which may lead to an accident.
The remedy
Properly torque swing arm pivot shaft bolt.