2005 Harley-Davidson FLHTPI problems & recalls

Problem: Certain police motorcycles were built with a defective wiring harness. the antilock brake system (abs ) is wired through the same fuse circuit as the abs malfunction warning light.

Risk: The operator of the motorcycle would lose power to the abs warning light at the same time he loses power to the abs brake system if this particular fuse would blow. the warning light would not illuminate due to the loss of electrical power to the motorcycle and the operator might not be aware that the abs brakes were not functional. the gauges are also wired through this fuse circuit and, should

Fix: Dealers will replace the wiring harness. the recall began december 27, 2004. owners should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

Problem: On certain police and escort motorcycles, the anti-lock brake system (abs) lines may have been reversed during installation procedures.

Risk: This could cause the front brake to lock up if an abs event is triggered, which could result in a crash,

Fix: Dealers will inspect and re-route the abs brake lines free of charge. the recall began on june 24, 2005. owners may contact harley davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

Problem: 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.

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

Fix: 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.