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NHTSA Recall 14V185000: Fuel system, gasoline

Harley-Davidson Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9,102 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Harley-Davidson Fxsb.

9,102
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2014
owners notified (April 28)
NHTSA campaign14V185000
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Report receivedApril 8, 2014
Owner notificationApril 28, 2014
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Inc. (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 FXSB and FXSBSE motorcycles manufactured March 20, 2012, through March 10, 2014. Suspension variances may affect the gas tank mounting angle causing the fuel level sensor to read inaccurately.

Safety risk

The gauge inaccuracy may cause the motorcycle to run out of fuel unexpectedly, possibly even before the Low Fuel Warning lamp illuminates. The lack of fuel would cause the motorcycle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Harley-Davidson has notified owners, and dealers will update the software to recalibrate the fuel level sensor signal, free of charge. The recall began April 28, 2014. 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 14V185000

Make and modelModel years
Harley-Davidson Fxsb2013, 2014
Harley-Davidson Fxsbse2013, 2014

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.