NHTSA Recall 05V427000: Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices
HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,393 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Harley-Davidson Flhx.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V427000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 0121 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES |
| Report received | September 22, 2005 |
| Owner notification | October 28, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain motorcycles were built with mirrors that were improperly located on the inner fairing.
Safety risk
In this condition, it is not possible to adjust the mirrors properly, thereby not allowing the rider to have the appropriate rearward field of vision, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
At the option of the owner, the dealer will (1) replace the inner fairing with a new inner that has the mirror mounting holes properly positioned; (2) drill another hole and have the mirrors repositioned. This method will cause the original hole to be exposed outside of the mirror base, which is cosmetically undesirable. The exposed hole would be covered with a decal; or (3) drill another hole and have the mirrors repositioned, then, at a later date, have the mirrors replaced with new mirrors that have a larger base which will cover the original mounting hole. This recall began on october 28, 2005. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 414-343-4056.
Notes
Harley-davidson recall no. 0121.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V427000
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.