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Harley Davidson - Possible brake failure
Official notice
21 Jan 2015
Last checked
21 Jan 2015
An official DVSA notice concerns Harley Davidson - Possible brake failure. Possible brake failure Published 2015-01-21.
What to do now
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected to replace the banjo bolt brake fluid and where necessary the master cylinder.
Units affected
572
Recall number
RM-2015-004
Official notice
2015-01-21
The hazard
The hazard
Possible brake failure
How to check if you're affected
How to check if you're affected
Compare the VIN on your vehicle against the official list. If your VIN is listed, follow the official notice.
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Brand: Harley Davidson. Contact: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA).
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