Harley-Davidson Super Glide (Fxr), Sportster 1000 (Xl): Brakes

Affects Harley-Davidson Super Glide (Fxr), Sportster 1000 (Xl) · 1982 — about 499 vehicles.

The hazard

The rear hydraulic brake system might be capable of generating excessive pressure which could exceed the burst strangth of the rear brake caliper. The caliper could fracture without prior warning leading to a total loss of rear brake and could result in a vehicle crash.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational