Harley-Davidson Dyna Wide Glide (FXDWG) problems & recalls

Problem: On certain motorcycles built and shipped to california, the catalytic muffler protective heat shield was not installed. this condition could allow direct contact with this muffler and cause injury.

Risk: If contact occurs while riding, it could cause loss of control of the motorcycle, leading to injury or death.

Fix: Dealers will install the heat shields to the mufflers free of charge. the recall began on november 26, 2007. owners may contact harley davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

Problem: 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.

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.

Fix: 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.

Problem: On certain dyna, xl, and touring motorcycles, the tail light bulb can fall out of the socket.

Risk: The tail light and the brake light become inoperative, which could lead to a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the bulbs. owner notification began on june 3, 2004. owners should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4680.

Problem: On certain motorcycles, the rear brake line assemblies could fracture internally.

Risk: This condition could allow the line to leak brake fluid, which could cause loss of the rear brake function, possibly without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the rear brake line. owner notification began on february 17, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4680.

Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. these motorcycles were built with a fuel tank vent fitting that could be plugged allowing the carburetor to overflow fuel.

Risk: This could result in a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank vent fitting and, if plugged, will correct this condition.

Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. the engine cam bolt can lose its clamp load and/or break.

Risk: This condition can cause the engine to quit running with or without prior warning. in some instances, the engine could run erratically before quitting.

Fix: Dealers will replace the engine cam bolts and washers.