2013 Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special (VRSCDX) problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2013 Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special.
Recalls
Equipment #12V503000 · 2012 · 2,798 units
Problem: Harley-davidson motor company (harley-davidson) is recalling all model year 2012 and certain model year 2013 vrscdx motorcycles manufactured from june 14, 2011, through august 1, 2012. the license plate bracket assembly's mounting screws may loosen and the assembly may separate from the rear fender. this condition may lead to contact with the rear tire which could cause the license plate bracket to rotate, possibly damaging the rear brake line.
Risk: If the license plate bracket contact with the rear brake line remains undetected, it may affect rear brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash, which could lead to injury or death of the rider.
Fix: Harley-davidson will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any affected motorcycles free of charge. the safety recall began on november 6, 2012. owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 1 NHTSA owner complaint. Complaints are unverified.
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Other years
FAQ
Does the 2013 Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2013 Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special problems?
In 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is electrical system.
Model name source: Harley-Davidson model codes (harley-davidson.com/us/en/content/expert-advice/harley-davidson-model-codes.html).