| Issue ID | 1317347 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10905939 |
| Manufacurer | Harley-Davidson Motor Company |
| Brand | HARLEY-DAVIDSON |
| Model | VRSCDX |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| File date | 11/09/16 |
| Component | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | The night rod special fuel guage does not work properly. After filling up, it showed less than 1/2 tank in city driving. After driving a short distance and restarting, it showed about 3/4 full. As the drive continued on a highway, it increased to possibly the correct fuel level. After stopping with approximately 1/2 of a tank, once restarted, it dropped rapidly to empty, fuel light came on, and remaining distance stated zero. I immediately went to a gas station to fill up. Only 2. 5 gallons of the 5 gal tank were used. I have read on multiple sites and forums that harley-davidsons, in particular the vrods, fuel guage are notorious for working improperly. This is a safety matter and must be fixed by hd. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 4200 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | KILLEEN, TX |
| VIN pattern | 1HD1HHH1XDCXXXXXX |
| 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 |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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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 | 70 |
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