Recalls for 2005 Harley-davidson Flhpei

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK

Posted on: 2005-06-21
Description
On certain police and escort motorcycles, the anti-lock brake system (abs) lines may have been reversed during installation procedures.  

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

Corrective Action
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.

Notes
Harley-davidson recall no.  0120.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK

Posted on: 2008-02-28
Description
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.

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

Corrective Action
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.

Notes
Harley-davidson recall no.  0134.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.