NHTSA Recall 05V537000: Manual transmission (power train)
HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 10,498 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Harley-Davidson Fxd.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V537000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 0124 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › MANUAL TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | November 22, 2005 |
| Owner notification | December 12, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motorcycles, the transmission may go into a false neutral position even though the neutral indicator light is illuminated.
Safety risk
The motorcycle could drop into gear unexpectedly and create the risk of a crash and injuries.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the shifter cam (drum), the detent arm, and the neutral switch with newly designed components. The recall began on december 12, 2005. Owner may contact rley davidson at 1-414-343-4056.
Notes
Harley-davidson recall no. 0124.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 05V537000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson Fxd | 2006 |
| Harley-Davidson FXD35 | 2006 |
| Harley-Davidson Fxdbi | 2006 |
| Harley-Davidson Fxdc | 2006 |
| Harley-Davidson Fxdl | 2006 |
| Harley-Davidson Fxdwgi | 2006 |
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.