1979 Harley-Davidson 1200
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1979 Harley-Davidson 1200. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 1979 Harley-Davidson 1200. Newest first.
The rear brake master cylinder plastic piston employs a non-specified material which may allow excessive water absorption. As a result, the plastic piston might stick in the master cylinder piston bore and cause brake drag.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will replace rear brake master cylinder pistons without charge to owner.
Certain vehicles may have been equipped with front brake master cylinders which have fissures in the cylinder bodies. This would allow brake fluid leakage through the fissured section.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will replace defective front brake master cylinders without charge to owners.
Every Harley-Davidson 1200 model year
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