NHTSA Recall 06V474000: Steering wheel/handle bar (steering)
HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 10,397 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Harley-Davidson Fxdwg.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V474000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 0127 |
| Component | STEERING › STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR |
| Report received | December 18, 2006 |
| Owner notification | January 16, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motorcycles, the internally wired handlebars have a potential to crack at the hole where the wires exit the handlebars between the handlebar clamps.
Safety risk
Should these cracks progress to the point of breaking the handlebar into two pieces, a loss of control could result which could cause a crash which could cause injury or death to the rider.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the handlebar with one with a greater wall thickness and with a wire exit hole that has a shape that reduces stress concentration. The recall began on january 16, 2007. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4680.
Notes
Harley-davidson recall no. 0127.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 06V474000
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.