Harley Davidson recalls FLHC — Softail rear shock pre-load adjuster

Recall Details

Defect: On affected machines the rear shock pre-load adjuster mounting bracket may fracture under normal use potentially allowing the rear shock adjuster to contact the rear tyre. if contact between the rear shock adjuster and tyre remains undetected this may cause a sudden loss of tyre pressure.

Remedy: Installation of a secondary bracket underneath the motorcycle’s rear shock absorber pre-load adjuster.

Vehicles affected: 103

DVSA Recall Reference: R/2025/218

Make: HARLEY DAVIDSON | Model: FLHC

To check if your specific vehicle is affected, visit the DVSA vehicle recall checker, select your vehicle make and model, and look for recall reference R/2025/218.

Why This Product Is Dangerous

On affected machines the rear shock pre-load adjuster mounting bracket may fracture under normal use potentially allowing the rear shock adjuster to contact the rear tyre. if contact between the rear shock adjuster and tyre remains undetected this may cause a sudden loss of tyre pressure.