Harley-Davidson Detachable Saddlebags: Equipment

Affects Harley-Davidson Detachable Saddlebags · — — about 895 vehicles.

The hazard

If the saddlebag separates from the motorcycle while riding, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will install a kit onto the affected saddlebags that prevents the arm from unlatching inadvertently, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2018. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0172.

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