Harley-Davidson · Canada · Mod
Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Standard (Flht), Electra Glide Ultra Classic (Flhtcu) +22 more: Electrical
Affects Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Standard (Flht), Electra Glide Ultra Classic (Flhtcu), Police Road King (Flhp), Tri-Glide Ultra Classic (Flhtcutg), Road Glide (Fltr), Cvo Ultra Classic Electra Glide (FLHTCUSE4), Cvo Road Glide (FLTRSE3), Road King (Flhr), Police Electra Glide (Flhtp), Street Glide (Flhx), Road King Classic (Flhrc), Electra Glide Classic (Flhtc), Cvo Street Glide (Flhxse), Cvo Ultra Classic Electra Glide (FLHTCUSE5), Electra Glide Ultra Limited (Flhtk), Road Glide Ultra (Fltru), Road Glide Custom (Fltrx), Cvo Street Glide (FLHXSE2), Cvo Road Glide Ultra (Fltruse), Street Glide Trike (Flhxxx), Cvo Ultra Classic Electra Glide (FLHTCUSE6), Cvo Road Glide Custom (Fltrxse), Cvo Street Glide (FLHXSE3), Cvo Ultra Classic Electra Glide (FLHTCUSE7) · 2009–2012 — about 17K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain motorcycles, the proximity of the rear brake lamp switch to the exhaust system may induce heat into the brake switch that is beyond its temperature design limit. This could affect brake lamp function and/or cause a brake fluid leak through the switch. Failure of the brake lamp to illuminate when the brakes are applied may result in the following road users being unaware of the rider's intentions, increasing the risk of a crash. Brake fluid leakage could result in the loss of rear brake function which, in conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the rider's reactions, could increase the risk of a crash. These issues could result in property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will replace the rear brake lamp switch with an updated version.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.