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Motorcycle (Harley-Davidson Sportster S) - Repair
Official notice
8 Jul 2026
Last checked
27 Oct 2026
An official CAA Japan notice concerns Motorcycle (Harley-Davidson Sportster S) - Repair. Upper triple clamp defect. Defective component: Upper triple clamp. Condition of the structure, equipment, or performance considered noncompliant with standards and its cause: Because the strength of the upper triple clamp was insufficiently evaluated, excessive loads during riding may cause cracks in the clamp. Continued use in this condition may cause the clamp to break and become unable to secure the front fork. In the worst case, this could cause loss of balance and a fall. Published 2026-07-08.
What to do now
Recall notification number: 外-4200. Corrective action: Replace the upper triple clamp with an improved part on all vehicles.
Units affected
2,569
Recall number
外-4200
Official notice
2026-07-08
The hazard
The hazard
Upper triple clamp defect. Defective component: Upper triple clamp. Condition of the structure, equipment, or performance considered noncompliant with standards and its cause: Because the strength of the upper triple clamp was insufficiently evaluated, excessive loads during riding may cause cracks in the clamp. Continued use in this condition may cause the clamp to break and become unable to secure the front fork. In the worst case, this could cause loss of balance and a fall.
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Company & contacts
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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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