| Issue ID | 1447504 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11073221 |
| Manufacurer | Harley-Davidson Motor Company |
| Brand | HARLEY-DAVIDSON |
| Model | FLHTC |
| Model Year | 2011 |
| File date | 10/02/18 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Nhtsb safety issue id 18v076000 indicated a brake fluid replacement would be the resolution to the brake problem. I believe this is incorrect. Last year i had the box that controls the abs fluid pressure replaced. This did not include changing the electrical control board. I have also had the front master cylinder replaced. Each time the fluid was replaced and the work was completed by a harley certified mechanic. Unfortunately i continue to have issues with the front brakes either not working and requiring pumping, abs triggering and not doing anything, and 'squishy' front brake lever. Each of these come and go. After several trips to harley for repair the exact cause is still unknown. The brakes appear good when the power is off. As soon as i turn the power on there is a noticeable release of pressure in the front break lever. This leads me to think the brake problem is related to the electrical control of the abs. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 39500 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | PLANTATION, FL |
| VIN pattern | 1HD1FF415BBXXXXXX |
| 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 | 0 |
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