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NHTSA Recall 03V005000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)

HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,762 vehicles. It affects 2002 Harley-Davidson Fxdwg.

1,762
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2003
owners notified (February 17)
NHTSA campaign03V005000
Manufacturer campaign0107
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Report receivedJanuary 24, 2003
Owner notificationFebruary 17, 2003
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain motorcycles, the rear brake line assemblies could fracture internally.

Safety risk

This condition could allow the line to leak brake fluid, which could cause loss of the rear brake function, possibly without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the rear brake line. Owner notification began on february 17, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4680.

Notes

Harley-davidson recall no. 0107. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles covered by recall 03V005000

Make and modelModel years
Harley-Davidson Fxdwg2002

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.