| Issue ID | 885005 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10428288 |
| Manufacurer | HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY |
| Brand | HARLEY DAVIDSON |
| Model | FLSTC |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| File date | 24/09/11 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Cam chain tensioner failure causing major damage to engine and possible loss of control of motorcycle if engine locks up. I was informed by a sales person named [xxx] at eagle harley davidson in lafayette in that i had a motorcycle with problem associated with the cam chain tensioner. The chain tensioner will fail causing engine damage and possible loss of control. I asked why there is not a recall notice and he said it was normal wear but was redesigned on newer motorcycles. I was trying to trade my motorcycle in for a new one and that is when he said mine was not worth much because of this problem, it would always have to be repaired and that is why harley davidson went to a hydraulic tensioner on newer motorcycles. I know nothing about motorcycles and am concerned about the possibility of major repairs or injury to myself and others if failure occurs at highway speed. I phoned corporate harley davidson customer service and was told it was not on recall and not to worry, but i do. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6). |
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| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | LUCERNE, IN |
| VIN pattern | 1HD1BWB135YXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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