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NHTSA Recall 08V090000: Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip (service brakes)

HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,947 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Harley-Davidson Flhp.

5,947
vehicles potentially affected
6
models affected
2008
owners notified (February 29)
NHTSA campaign08V090000
Manufacturer campaign0134
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Report receivedFebruary 27, 2008
Owner notificationFebruary 29, 2008
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Harley-davidson is recalling 5,947 my 2005-2007 flhp, flhpi, flhtp, flhtpi, flhpe and flhpei police and escort motorcycles equipped with anti-lock brake systems (ABS). Inconsistencies in the routing of the brake lines can cause abrasion of the brake lines and hoses. In some cases, this condition has caused brake fluid leaks.

Safety risk

Loss of brake fluid could lead to loss of brake function, which could lead to a crash resulting in injury or death.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the brake lines, if necessary. Brake line retention and clutch cable positioning devices will also be installed to prevent future abrasion to the brake lines. The recall began on february 29, 2008. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4680.

Notes

Harley-davidson recall no. 0134.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 08V090000

Make and modelModel years
Harley-Davidson Flhp2005, 2007
Harley-Davidson Flhpe2007
Harley-Davidson Flhpei2005, 2006, 2007
Harley-Davidson Flhpi2005, 2006, 2007
Harley-Davidson Flhtp2005, 2007
Harley-Davidson Flhtpi2005, 2006, 2007

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.