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Motorcycle (Harley-Davidson Nightster) - Repair
Official notice
9 Dec 2022
Last checked
27 Oct 2026
An official CAA Japan notice concerns Motorcycle (Harley-Davidson Nightster) - Repair. Handlebar defect. ■ Defective component (part name): Handlebar. ■ Condition and cause of the structure, equipment or performance considered noncompliant with standards: Due to improper welding, some vehicle handlebars do not have sufficient strength. As a result, cracks may develop at the welded section of the handlebar while riding. In the worst case, the grip section may detach, causing loss of balance while riding and a fall. Published 2022-12-09.
What to do now
(Recall notification number) 外-3513 ■ Corrective measures: Replace the handlebar with a defect-free part on all vehicles.
Units affected
773
Recall number
外-3513
Official notice
2022-12-09
The hazard
The hazard
Handlebar defect. ■ Defective component (part name): Handlebar. ■ Condition and cause of the structure, equipment or performance considered noncompliant with standards: Due to improper welding, some vehicle handlebars do not have sufficient strength. As a result, cracks may develop at the welded section of the handlebar while riding. In the worst case, the grip section may detach, causing loss of balance while riding and a fall.
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Brand: Harley-davidson. Contact: ハーレーダビッドソンジャパン株式会社. Phone 0800-080-8080.
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