| Issue ID | 1276437 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10855689 |
| Manufacurer | Harley-Davidson Motor Company |
| Brand | HARLEY-DAVIDSON |
| Model | FLTR |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| File date | 15/04/16 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | The abs module on my bike has quit working. With the ignition on the module closes and the front brakes cannot be applied. If this were to happen while riding, a crash would be inevitable. The module should be designed so that there is an emergency bypass in the event the internals inside the module becomes stuck so that the rider is not suddenly without brakes. Harley davidson should issue an immediate recall. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 27000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | HOUSTON, TX |
| VIN pattern | 1HD1FS4178YXXXXXX |
| 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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