2012 Harley-Davidson Softail problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2012 Harley-Davidson Softail.
Recalls
Service Brakes, Hydraulic #14V794000 · 2014 · 19,015 units
Problem: Harley-davidson motor company (harley-davidson) is recalling certain model year 2012 fxst103, flstc, flstc103, flstf, flstf103, fxdl, fxdwg, fxdwg103, fxdc, fxdb, flstn, flstn103, flstc103shrine, flstfb, flstfb103, fxs, fxs103, fls, fls103, fld, fld103, fxdf, and fxdf103 dyna and softail motorcycles manufactured august 22, 2011, through february 24, 2012. in the affected motorcycles, the threads for the brake line banjo bolt in the front brake master cylinder may corrode.
Risk: If the threads corrode, a sudden loss of brake fluid could result, causing a loss of the front brakes, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Harley-davidson will notify owners, and dealers will flush and inspect the front brake master cylinder and, if necessary, replace the master cylinder, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on january 22, 2015. owners may contact harley-davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. harley-davidson's number for this recall is 0163 and 0164.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 3 NHTSA owner complaints, median 1,200 miles. Complaints are unverified.
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FAQ
Does the 2012 Harley-Davidson Softail have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Harley-Davidson Softail. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2012 Harley-Davidson Softail problems?
In 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is power train.