Rear: shock absorberRecall 23V-591 · Harley-Davidson vehicles
Harley-Davidson Motor Company recall 23V-591 covers 65,224 Harley-Davidson vehicles for a rear: shock absorber problem, reported to NHTSA on August 22, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q2) shows 58% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V591000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2018-2019 FLDE, 2018-2021 FLHC, 2018-2023 FLHCS, 2018 and 2023 FLHCS ANV, 2020-2023 FXLRS, 2022-2023 FXLRST, and 2022 FXRST Softail motorcycles. A fastener securing the rear shock absorber may break and allow the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.
The risk
A loss of tire pressure can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the shock absorber fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0181.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
58%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 3,682 vehicles were listed as unreachable.