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NHTSA Recall 13V517000: Clutch assembly (power train)

Harley-Davidson Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,886 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg.

2,886
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2013
owners notified (October 17)
NHTSA campaign13V517000
Manufacturer campaign0154
ComponentPOWER TRAIN › CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Report receivedOctober 17, 2013
Owner notificationOctober 17, 2013
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain model year 2014 FLHTCUTG, FXSBE, and FLSTNSE motorcycles manufactured May 3, 2013, through October 14, 2013. The affected motorcycles may have been built with an incorrect clutch release plate.

Safety risk

An incorrect clutch release plate may prevent the clutch from disengaging. If the clutch does not disengage, the rider may have difficulty slowing or stopping the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the clutch release plate. If the clutch is incorrect, it will be replaced free of charge. The recall began in October 2013. Harley-Davidson's recall number is 0154. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson at 1-800-258-2464.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 13V517000

Make and modelModel years
Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg2014
Harley-Davidson Flstnse2014
Harley-Davidson Fxsbse2014

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.