| Issue ID | 1495194 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11124446 |
| Manufacurer | Harley-Davidson Motor Company |
| Brand | HARLEY-DAVIDSON |
| Model | FLHRC |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| File date | 02/09/18 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Rear brake switch wiring melted. Brake switch began leaking profusely. Dealer says brake fluid exchange recalled for year. The switch was not. However, forums say this is a common problem due to excessive exhaust header heat. The dealer told me the switch has been redesigned. I have one ordered. This problem happened spontaneously and could have been catastrophic.*dt vin provided has no displayable records. Updated 10/2/18*jb |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 12500 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | TUCSON, AZ |
| VIN pattern | 1HD1FR4128YXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | 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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| Vehicle speed | 60 |
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