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October 6, 2022 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 22V745000
A broken handlebar can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V745
Manufacturer Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Components STEERING
Potential Number of Units Affected 1,074
Summary
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson
) is recalling certain 2022 RH975 Nightster motorcycles. The handlebar may not have been welded properly and may break.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the handlebar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 18, 2022. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson
’s number for this recall is 0179.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Check for Harley-Davidson Recalls
2022-11-28
M1566: RECALL 0179 – RH975 HANDLEBAR
Purpose for Service Bulletin
This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has learned that the handlebar (P/N 55801154) on certain Model Year 2022 RH975 Nightster motorcycles, built between August 24 2021 and August 18 2022, may have a weld quality issue from the tier 1 supplier that could lead to separation between the inner and outer sections of the handlebar. A separation of the handlebar could lead to a loss of control and an increased risk of a crash if this occurs while the motorcycle is in motion.
Motorcycles Affected
2022 RH975 Nightster
Part Numbers
Refer to Table 2.
Table 2. Affected Handlebar Part Number
Part No. | Item Description |
55801154 | Handlebar |
Table 3. Kit Part Number
Item Description | Recall Kit Part No. |
Kit, Recall, Handlebar | 91500113 |
IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
This notice applies to your vehicle, VIN #
October 18th, 2022
Harley-Davidson Recall No. 0179
NHTSA Recall No. 22V745
Dear Harley-Davidsonยฎ Motorcycle Owner:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Inc. has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain model year 2022 RH975 Nightster motorcycles. We are notifying you because our records indicate that you may own one of these motorcycles.
What is the Issue?
The handlebar (P/N 55801154) on certain Model Year 2022 RH975 Nightster motorcycles, built between 08/24/21 and 08/18/22, may not have been welded properly between the inner and outer sections and may break. A broken handlebar could lead to a loss of steering control and an increased risk of a crash if this occurs while riding.
What Should You Do?
Please contact your authorized Harley-Davidson motorcycle dealer immediately and arrange an appointment to have your motorcycle repaired. Recall kits that include a new handlebar are expected to begin shipping to authorized Harley-Davidson
dealers the week of October 24th. To schedule an appointment to have your motorcycle repaired, please contact your Harley-Davidson
dealer. The repair will be performed at no cost to you and should take less than one hour. However, due to scheduling, the dealer may require your motorcycle for a longer period. Once the service has been completed, your dealer will ask you to sign a recall claim.
If you have sold your motorcycle and have an address for the current owner, it is important that you forward this notice to the new owner. Alternatively, you may contact us at the Harley- Davidson phone numbers listed below and provide us with the new contact information so that we may notify the new owner of this recall. Also, federal law requires that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten (10) days.
What If You Have Additional Questions or Concerns?
For more information, or if you take your motorcycle to your dealer on a mutually agreed upon date and they are unable to perform the required service to your satisfaction, please contact Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Inc. for immediate assistance at 1-800-258-2464 in the U.S. or 1-414-343-4056 world-wide.
If you are still having difficulty getting your vehicle serviced in a reasonable time or without charge, you may write the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590; or call the toll-free Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
We regret any inconvenience this may cause you, but we are initiating this action in the interest of your personal safety and satisfaction with our products. Thank you for your cooperation.
Sincerely,
Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Inc.
Recall 0179
Model Year List (production date range: 08/24/2021 to 08/18/2022)
Chronology :
08/04/2022 – Harley-Davidsonโs Technical Subcommittee (TSC) is made aware of an allegation by a rider that the left side of the handlebar on a 2022 RH975 motorcycle โbrokeโ off while riding. From the images in the Service Request, it appeared that the left portion of the welded handlebar had separated from the middle section of the part. Harley-Davidson
โs Technical Subcommittee (TSC) initiated a root cause investigation with the assistance of members from Harley-Davidson
โs Engineering and Supplier Quality teams.
8/05/2022 โ 09/08/2022 – Additional warranty analysis and customer contact searches were performed. As of 09/08/2022, one additional claim potentially related to this issue was identified. Field parts were obtained, inspected, and analyzed, the supplier was consulted, and lab tests (including weld examinations) were performed. The condition is a result of manufacturing (weld) variability and the supplier estimates that 1.63% of the handlebars in this vehicle population may be affected by the defect condition. Upon completion of the investigation, the TSC escalated the issue to the Field Action Committee (FAC) for further consideration.
09/20/2022 – The FAC reviewed the TSCโs findings and analysis and escalated the matter to H-Dโs Executive Decision Authority (EDA).
09/29/2022 โ Based upon the information developed during the investigation, the EDA authorized a voluntary recall to address this condition due to the risk of a crash if the inner and outer sections of the handlebar separate while the vehicle is in motion. There have been no reports of any accidents or injuries related to this issue.
1 Affected Product
Vehicle
MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
HARLEY-DAVIDSON![]() | RH975 | 2022 |
10 Associated Documents
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-22V745-8565.pdf 645.146KB
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-22V745-1894.PDF 216.287KB
Recall 573 Report – October 12, 2022
RCLRPT-22V745-9062.PDF 216.285KB
Remedy Instructions and TSB
RCRIT-22V745-5232.pdf 165.728KB
Remedy Instructions and TSB
RCRIT-22V745-9337.pdf 120.945KB
ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RCONL-22V745-7217.pdf 160.874KB
Remedy Instructions and TSB
RCRIT-22V745-0571.pdf 166.53KB
Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2022-4
RCLQRT-22V745-4469.PDF 211.127KB
Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2023-1
RCLQRT-22V745-3276.PDF 211.227KB
Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2023-2
RCLQRT-22V745-4492.PDF 211.314KB
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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL INFORMATION Safety Recall Campaign 0179 โ MY22 RH975 Handlebar To: Worldwide Dealers Roles: Dealer Operator, General Manager, All P&A Roles, All Service Roles, Vehicle Sales Manager October 12, 2022 Dear Dealer: Harley-Davidson has learned that the handlebar (P/N 55801154) on certain Model Year 2022 RH975 Nightster motorcycles, built between 08/24/21 and 09/09/22, may have a weld quality issue from the tier 1 supplier that could lead to separation between the inner and outer sections of the handlebar. A separation of the handlebar could lead to a loss of control and an increased risk of a crash if this occurs while the motorcycle is in motion. We have voluntarily declared that this condition constitutes a safety defect to allow us to formally recall (Campaign 0179) all affected motorcycles. The remedy is to first confirm that the motorcycles are covered by this recall. If covered, perform the recommended recall update per Service Bulletin M1566 (the โBulletinโ) to replace the handlebar. As part of Campaign 0179, any affected handlebars (part number 55801154) in your service parts inventory must also be inspected. The Bulletin outlines the acceptable markings for service parts (blue dots on handlebar ends), the repair and credit procedures for the recall update, and additional relevant information. In the interest of our customersโ safety, and as required by federal law, you may sell but not deliver any affected motorcycles until the recall remedy is complete. Please refer to H-Dnet / My Toolbox / Warranty Campaign Center. Select โSafety Campaign Open VIN list,โ then select โ0179โ Campaign to view the VIN list. In accordance with federal regulations administered by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and other appropriate market-specific government agencies, Harley-Davidson or authorized Harley-Davidson dealers will provide notice to all owners of record of affected products with direction to arrange for the recall service. If you have any questions related to this recall, you can contact us at: โข U.S. dealers: Call 800-664-7762 and select the appropriate prompts โข International dealers: Contact their regional office We take pride in the quality standards and controls we employ in our drive to lead the industry and deliver the world’s most desirable motorcycles. Thank you for your cooperation. Sincerely, Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Inc. Recall 0179 Model Year List (production date range: 08/24/2021 to 09/09/2022) Year Models 2022 RH975 Key Dates: โข On or about 10/14/2022: Service Bulletin posts โข On or about 10/26/2022: Recall kits begin shipping โข On or about 10/19/2022: Owner notification letters begin mailing
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M1566 2022-10-14 M1566: RECALL 0179 – RH975 HANDLEBAR Reason for Revision Refer to Table 1. Table 1. Document History Date Revision Description 2022-10-14 Initial release Purpose for Service Bulletin This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has learned that the handlebar (P/N 55801154) on certain Model Year 2022 RH975 Nightster motorcycles, built between August 24 2021 and August 18 2022, may have a weld quality issue from the tier 1 supplier that could lead to separation between the inner and outer sections of the handlebar. A separation of the handlebar could lead to a loss of control and an increased risk of a crash if this occurs while the motorcycle is in motion. Motorcycles Affected 2022 RH975 Nightster Markets Affected All markets are affected. Part Numbers Refer to Table 2. Table 2. Affected Handlebar Part Number Part No. Item Description 55801154 Handlebar Table 3. Kit Part Number Item Description Recall Kit Part No. Kit, Recall, Handlebar 91500113 Kit Ordering Information NOTE Kits will not be able to be ordered at launch of this recall. Dealers will be provided kits via wave shipments. Required Dealer Action Table 4. Action Resolution Required Actionable: Any vehicle, component or software related issues must be performed per service bulletin procedure. NO YES 1. Verify that vehicle is part of Recall 0179. a. See H-Dnet.com 2. Select: Favorites > Warranty Campaign Center. 3. Select: Safety Campaign Open Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list. NOTE If the vehicle does not appear on the VIN list in your Warranty Campaign Center, refer to Vehicle Information link to verify if the motorcycle is included in the recall. 4. Select: Campaign number 0179. 5. Verify Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) handlebar is installed on vehicle. If not, see Table 5 and Table 6. 6. If confirmed to be OEM handlebar, replace the handlebar. See service manual. Dealer Inventory Instructions See Figure 1. If dealers have old stock, inspect the part to ensure a small blue paint dot is present on the end of the handlebar. If no dot is present then replace by following the credit procedures in Table 9 or Table 10. NOTE In the interest of preserving customer safety and satisfaction, always check for outstanding recalls whenever any motorcycle is brought into your dealership for either maintenance or service. LEADTECHNICIAN TECHNICIAN NO. 1 TECHNICIAN NO. 2 TECHNICIAN NO. 3 RETURN THIS TO WARRANTY PROCESS MANAGER SERVICE SALES MANAGER PARTS MANAGER ROUTING MANAGER INITIAL HERE 1 1758664 1. Blue dot Figure 1. Handlebar Blue Dot Credit Procedure Talon/H-Dnet.com INSPECTION. For each vehicle involved in this recall but OEM handlebar is NOT on the vehicle (involvement of VIN has been verified on h-dnet.com), submit a recall claim per Table 5. NOTE Enter bulletin number into comment section of claim. Table 5. Credit Procedure: Talon/h-dnet.com Warranty Claim System (INSPECTION) ITEM DATA Claim Type SRC Problem Part Number 55801154 Quantity Leave Blank Primary Labor Code 2712 (1) Labor Hours 0.1 h Customer Concern Code 0179 Condition Code 9981 (1) Download may be required Upon submission of the properly completed claim, you will be credited for 0.1 hours of labor time for performing the procedure, plus appropriate administrative time. Submit campaign events on their own warranty claim. Do not mix them with other warranty events. Submit a warranty claim per Table 6. Table 6. Credit Procedure: GDP/SAP System Users (INSPECTION) ITEM DATA Claim Type Recall Claim Fix ID-Found in Recall Number I Problem Part Number 55801154 Customer Concern Code 0179 Condition Code 9981 Table 7. Credit Procedure: Talon/h-dnet.com Warranty Claim System Users (REPLACEMENT) ITEM DATA Claim Type SRC Problem Part Number 55801154 Quantity Leave Blank Primary Labor Code 2713 (1) Labor Hours 0.6 h Customer Concern Code 0179 Condition Code 9982 Replacement Part No. 91500113 Quantity 1 (1) Download may be required Upon submission of the properly completed claim, you will be credited for 0.6 hours of labor time for performing the procedure, plus appropriate administrative time. Credit will also be issued for the recall kit (U.S. only). Submit campaign events on their own warranty claim. Do not mix them with other warranty events. Submit a warranty claim per Table 8. NOTE Enter bulletin number into comment section of claim. Table 8. Credit Procedure: GDP/SAP System Users (REPLACEMENT) ITEM DATA Claim Type Recall Claim Fix ID-Found in Recall Number R Problem Part Number 55801154 Customer Concern Code 0179 Condition Code 9982 NOTE DO NOT enter a VIN. Table 9. Credit Procedure: Talon/h-dnet.com Warranty Claim System Users Parts in Dealer Stock (DEALER INVENTORY) ITEM DATA Claim Type SNV Problem Part Number 55801154 Quantity Could Vary Customer Concern Code 0179 Condition Code 9983 Table 10. Credit Procedure: GDP/SAP System Users (DEALER INVENTORY) ITEM DATA Claim Type PAM Stock Problem Part Number 55801154 Quantity Could Vary Customer Concern Code 0179 Condition Code 9983 (1) Download may be required Return Parts Hold all claimed parts for 60 days from date of credit issued for possible field inspection and/or request to return to factory. After 60 days, destroy and discard the parts. 2 / 2 M1566
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Harley-Davidson Motor Company, 3700 West Juneau Ave., PO Box 653, Milwaukee, WI 53201 414/342-4680 IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL This notice applies to your vehicle, VIN # 1HD1ZH116NB October 18th, 2022 Harley-Davidson Recall No. 0179 NHTSA Recall No. 22V745 Dear Harley-Davidsonยฎ Motorcycle Owner: This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Inc. has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain model year 2022 RH975 Nightster motorcycles. We are notifying you because our records indicate that you may own one of these motorcycles. What is the Issue? The handlebar (P/N 55801154) on certain Model Year 2022 RH975 Nightster motorcycles, built between 08/24/21 and 08/18/22, may not have been welded properly between the inner and outer sections and may break. A broken handlebar could lead to a loss of steering control and an increased risk of a crash if this occurs while riding. What Should You Do? Please contact your authorized Harley-Davidson motorcycle dealer immediately and arrange an appointment to have your motorcycle repaired. Recall kits that include a new handlebar are expected to begin shipping to authorized Harley-Davidson dealers the week of October 24th. To schedule an appointment to have your motorcycle repaired, please contact your Harley-Davidson dealer. The repair will be performed at no cost to you and should take less than one hour. However, due to scheduling, the dealer may require your motorcycle for a longer period. Once the service has been completed, your dealer will ask you to sign a recall claim. DDFDDDDFDFTAAFTDDFFTTDFAFDADTTDFFDDTATDATTFTDATTTTTAFDDFTDFFAFTDT *************AUTO**ALL FOR AADC 530 P1 C1 ## 0179 If you have sold your motorcycle and have an address for the current owner, it is important that you forward this notice to the new owner. Alternatively, you may contact us at the Harley- Davidson phone numbers listed below and provide us with the new contact information so that we may notify the new owner of this recall. Also, federal law requires that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten (10) days. What If You Have Additional Questions or Concerns? For more information, or if you take your motorcycle to your dealer on a mutually agreed upon date and they are unable to perform the required service to your satisfaction, please contact Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Inc. for immediate assistance at 1-800-258-2464 in the U.S. or 1-414-343-4056 world-wide. If you are still having difficulty getting your vehicle serviced in a reasonable time or without charge, you may write the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590; or call the toll-free Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. We regret any inconvenience this may cause you, but we are initiating this action in the interest of your personal safety and satisfaction with our products. Thank you for your cooperation. Sincerely, Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Inc. Recall 0179 Model Year List (production date range: 08/24/2021 to 08/18/2022) Year Models 2022 RH975
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M1566 2022-11-28 M1566: RECALL 0179 – RH975 HANDLEBAR Reason for Revision Refer to Table 1. Table 1. Document History Date Revision Description 2022-11-28 Kit ordering info updated. * Updated Kit Ordering Information 2022-10-14 Initial release Purpose for Service Bulletin This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has learned that the handlebar (P/N 55801154) on certain Model Year 2022 RH975 Nightster motorcycles, built between August 24 2021 and August 18 2022, may have a weld quality issue from the tier 1 supplier that could lead to separation between the inner and outer sections of the handlebar. A separation of the handlebar could lead to a loss of control and an increased risk of a crash if this occurs while the motorcycle is in motion. Motorcycles Affected 2022 RH975 Nightster Markets Affected All markets are affected. Part Numbers Refer to Table 2. Table 2. Affected Handlebar Part Number Part No. Item Description 55801154 Handlebar Table 3. Kit Part Number Item Description Recall Kit Part No. Kit, Recall, Handlebar 91500113 Kit Ordering Information NOTE As of November 28, 2022: The initial wave shipments to dealers has been completed and dealers can now place orders for Recall Kit 91500113 as needed. Required Dealer Action Table 4. Action Resolution Required Actionable: Any vehicle, component or software related issues must be performed per service bulletin procedure. NO YES 1. Verify that vehicle is part of Recall 0179. a. See H-Dnet.com 2. Select: Favorites > Warranty Campaign Center. 3. Select: Safety Campaign Open Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list. NOTE If the vehicle does not appear on the VIN list in your Warranty Campaign Center, refer to Vehicle Information link to verify if the motorcycle is included in the recall. 4. Select: Campaign number 0179. 5. Verify Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) handlebar is installed on vehicle. If not, see Table 5 and Table 6. 6. If confirmed to be OEM handlebar, replace the handlebar. See service manual. Dealer Inventory Instructions See Figure 1. If dealers have old stock, inspect the part to ensure a small blue paint dot is present on the end of the handlebar. If no dot is present then replace by following the credit procedures in Table 9 or Table 10. NOTE In the interest of preserving customer safety and satisfaction, always check for outstanding recalls whenever any motorcycle is brought into your dealership for either maintenance or service. LEADTECHNICIAN TECHNICIAN NO. 1 TECHNICIAN NO. 2 TECHNICIAN NO. 3 RETURN THIS TO WARRANTY PROCESS MANAGER SERVICE SALES MANAGER PARTS MANAGER ROUTING MANAGER INITIAL HERE 1 1758664 1. Blue dot Figure 1. Handlebar Blue Dot Credit Procedure Talon/H-Dnet.com INSPECTION. For each vehicle involved in this recall but OEM handlebar is NOT on the vehicle (involvement of VIN has been verified on h-dnet.com), submit a recall claim per Table 5. NOTE Enter bulletin number into comment section of claim. Table 5. Credit Procedure: Talon/h-dnet.com Warranty Claim System (INSPECTION) ITEM DATA Claim Type SRC Problem Part Number 55801154 Quantity Leave Blank Primary Labor Code 2712 (1) Labor Hours 0.1 h Customer Concern Code 0179 Condition Code 9981 (1) Download may be required Upon submission of the properly completed claim, you will be credited for 0.1 hours of labor time for performing the procedure, plus appropriate administrative time. Submit campaign events on their own warranty claim. Do not mix them with other warranty events. Submit a warranty claim per Table 6. Table 6. Credit Procedure: GDP/SAP System Users (INSPECTION) ITEM DATA Claim Type Recall Claim Fix ID-Found in Recall Number I Problem Part Number 55801154 Customer Concern Code 0179 Condition Code 9981 Table 7. Credit Procedure: Talon/h-dnet.com Warranty Claim System Users (REPLACEMENT) ITEM DATA Claim Type SRC Problem Part Number 55801154 Quantity Leave Blank Primary Labor Code 2713 (1) Labor Hours 0.6 h Customer Concern Code 0179 Condition Code 9982 Replacement Part No. 91500113 Quantity 1 (1) Download may be required Upon submission of the properly completed claim, you will be credited for 0.6 hours of labor time for performing the procedure, plus appropriate administrative time. Credit will also be issued for the recall kit (U.S. only). Submit campaign events on their own warranty claim. Do not mix them with other warranty events. Submit a warranty claim per Table 8. NOTE Enter bulletin number into comment section of claim. Table 8. Credit Procedure: GDP/SAP System Users (REPLACEMENT) ITEM DATA Claim Type Recall Claim Fix ID-Found in Recall Number R Problem Part Number 55801154 Customer Concern Code 0179 Condition Code 9982 NOTE DO NOT enter a VIN. Table 9. Credit Procedure: Talon/h-dnet.com Warranty Claim System Users Parts in Dealer Stock (DEALER INVENTORY) ITEM DATA Claim Type SNV Problem Part Number 55801154 Quantity Could Vary Customer Concern Code 0179 Condition Code 9983 Table 10. Credit Procedure: GDP/SAP System Users (DEALER INVENTORY) ITEM DATA Claim Type PAM Stock Problem Part Number 55801154 Quantity Could Vary Customer Concern Code 0179 Condition Code 9983 (1) Download may be required Return Parts Hold all claimed parts for 60 days from date of credit issued for possible field inspection and/or request to return to factory. After 60 days, destroy and discard the parts. 2 / 2 M1566
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-745 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Manufacturer Name : Harley-Davidson Motor Company Submission Date : OCT 12, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-745 Manufacturer Recall No. : 0179 Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Harley-Davidson Motor Company Address : 3700 W. Juneau Avenue Milwaukee WI 53201-0653 Company phone : (414) 343-4056 Population : Number of potentially involved : 862 Estimated percentage with defect : 2 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2022-2022 Harley-Davidson RH975 Nightster Vehicle Type : MOTORCYCLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : The Handlebar (P/N 55801154) on certain Model Year 2022 RH975 Nightster motorcycles built 12/06/2021 through 09/09/2022 may have a weld quality issue that could lead to separation between the inner and outer sections of the handlebar. The specific number of this make/model/year included in this recall is: 2022 RH975 โ 1074 Motorcycles produced after 09/09/2022 are equipped with handlebars (same part number) that were manufactured with enhanced manufacturing controls. Production Dates : DEC 06, 2021 – AUG 18, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1HD1ZH113NB300982 End : 1HD1ZH117NB321852 โ Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : The handlebar on certain Model Year 2022 RH975 Nightster motorcycles may have a weld quality issue that could lead to separation between the inner and outer sections of the handlebar. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : A separation of the handlebar could lead to a loss of control and an increased risk of a crash if separation occurs while the motorcycle is in motion. Description of the Cause : Manufacturing variation during the production of the handlebar (P/N 55801154) during a specific supplier production period has resulted in certain Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-745 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 parts that may have a suspect weld joining the inner and outer sections of the handlebar. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : If a handlebar weld begins to fail, a rider may be able to detect slight movement in the handlebar end. This movement may be detectable before the vehicle is in motion. Involved Components : Component Name 1 : H-BAR, BLACK Component Description : Handlebar Component Part Number : 55801154 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : Vietnam Precision Industrial No. 1 Co., Address : Khai Quang 1Z Vinh Yen City Vinh Phuc Province Foreign States Vinh Phuc Country : Viet Nam Chronology : 08/04/2022 – Harley-Davidsonโs Technical Subcommittee (TSC) is made aware of an allegation by a rider that the left side of the handlebar on a 2022 RH975 motorcycle โbrokeโ off while riding. From the images in the Service Request, it appeared that the left portion of the welded handlebar had separated from the middle section of the part. Harley-Davidsonโs Technical Subcommittee (TSC) initiated a root cause investigation with the assistance of members from Harley-Davidsonโs Engineering and Supplier Quality teams. 8/05/2022 โ 09/08/2022 – Additional warranty analysis and customer contact searches were performed. As of 09/08/2022, one additional claim potentially related to this issue was identified. Field parts were obtained, inspected, and analyzed, the supplier was consulted, and lab tests (including weld examinations) were performed. The condition is a result of manufacturing (weld) variability and the supplier estimates that 1.63% of the handlebars in this vehicle population may be affected by the defect condition. Upon completion of the investigation, the TSC escalated the issue to the Field Action Committee (FAC) for further consideration. 09/20/2022 – The FAC reviewed the TSCโs findings and analysis and escalated the matter to H-Dโs Executive Decision Authority (EDA). 09/29/2022 โ Based upon the information developed during the investigation, the EDA authorized a voluntary Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-745 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 recall to address this condition due to the risk of a crash if the inner and outer sections of the handlebar separate while the vehicle is in motion. There have been no reports of any accidents or injuries related to this issue. Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : The handlebar (P/N 55801154) will be replaced with an updated part. Owners of affected motorcycles will be advised to arrange service with an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer, who will perform the remedy at no charge to the customer. Pursuant to 49 CFR 577.11(e), Harley-Davidson requests that it be exempt from providing a notification of a reimbursement plan. Any pre-notification product failure would have been addressed under the manufacturerโs limited warranty. Accordingly, no person would be eligible for reimbursement pursuant to 573.13. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : The updated handlebar (which will have the same part number, P/N 55801154) can be identified with a blue paint mark located on each end of the handlebar. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Handlebars installed on production vehicles beginning on 09/09/2022 are not affected by the recall condition. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Harley-Davidson will notify the dealer network between 10/11/2022 and 10/18/2022. Owner notification letters will be sent between 10/18/2022 and 10/25/2022. Planned Dealer Notification Date : OCT 11, 2022 – OCT 18, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : OCT 18, 2022 – OCT 25, 2022 * NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-745 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Manufacturer Name : Harley-Davidson Motor Company Submission Date : OCT 06, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-745 Manufacturer Recall No. : 0179 Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Harley-Davidson Motor Company Address : 3700 W. Juneau Avenue Milwaukee WI 53201-0653 Company phone : (414) 343-4056 Population : Number of potentially involved : 1,074 Estimated percentage with defect : 2 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2022-2022 Harley-Davidson RH975 Nightster Vehicle Type : MOTORCYCLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : The Handlebar (P/N 55801154) on certain Model Year 2022 RH975 Nightster motorcycles built 12/06/2021 through 09/09/2022 may have a weld quality issue that could lead to separation between the inner and outer sections of the handlebar. The specific number of this make/model/year included in this recall is: 2022 RH975 โ 1074 Motorcycles produced after 09/09/2022 are equipped with handlebars (same part number) that were manufactured with enhanced manufacturing controls. Production Dates : DEC 06, 2021 – SEP 09, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1HD1ZH113NB300982 End : 1HD1ZH116NB324080 โ Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : The handlebar on certain Model Year 2022 RH975 Nightster motorcycles may have a weld quality issue that could lead to separation between the inner and outer sections of the handlebar. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : A separation of the handlebar could lead to a loss of control and an increased risk of a crash if separation occurs while the motorcycle is in motion. Description of the Cause : Manufacturing variation during the production of the handlebar (P/N 55801154) during a specific supplier production period has resulted in certain Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-745 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 parts that may have a suspect weld joining the inner and outer sections of the handlebar. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : If a handlebar weld begins to fail, a rider may be able to detect slight movement in the handlebar end. This movement may be detectable before the vehicle is in motion. Involved Components : Component Name 1 : H-BAR, BLACK Component Description : Handlebar Component Part Number : 55801154 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : Vietnam Precision Industrial No. 1 Co., Address : Khai Quang 1Z Vinh Yen City Vinh Phuc Province Foreign States Vinh Phuc Country : Viet Nam Chronology : 08/04/2022 – Harley-Davidsonโs Technical Subcommittee (TSC) is made aware of an allegation by a rider that the left side of the handlebar on a 2022 RH975 motorcycle โbrokeโ off while riding. From the images in the Service Request, it appeared that the left portion of the welded handlebar had separated from the middle section of the part. Harley-Davidsonโs Technical Subcommittee (TSC) initiated a root cause investigation with the assistance of members from Harley-Davidsonโs Engineering and Supplier Quality teams. 8/05/2022 โ 09/08/2022 – Additional warranty analysis and customer contact searches were performed. As of 09/08/2022, one additional claim potentially related to this issue was identified. Field parts were obtained, inspected, and analyzed, the supplier was consulted, and lab tests (including weld examinations) were performed. The condition is a result of manufacturing (weld) variability and the supplier estimates that 1.63% of the handlebars in this vehicle population may be affected by the defect condition. Upon completion of the investigation, the TSC escalated the issue to the Field Action Committee (FAC) for further consideration. 09/20/2022 – The FAC reviewed the TSCโs findings and analysis and escalated the matter to H-Dโs Executive Decision Authority (EDA). 09/29/2022 โ Based upon the information developed during the investigation, the EDA authorized a voluntary Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-745 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 recall to address this condition due to the risk of a crash if the inner and outer sections of the handlebar separate while the vehicle is in motion. There have been no reports of any accidents or injuries related to this issue. Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : The handlebar (P/N 55801154) will be replaced with an updated part. Owners of affected motorcycles will be advised to arrange service with an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer, who will perform the remedy at no charge to the customer. Pursuant to 49 CFR 577.11(e), Harley-Davidson requests that it be exempt from providing a notification of a reimbursement plan. Any pre-notification product failure would have been addressed under the manufacturerโs limited warranty. Accordingly, no person would be eligible for reimbursement pursuant to 573.13. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : The updated handlebar (which will have the same part number, P/N 55801154) can be identified with a blue paint mark located on each end of the handlebar. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Handlebars installed on production vehicles beginning on 09/09/2022 are not affected by the recall condition. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Harley-Davidson will notify the dealer network between 10/11/2022 and 10/18/2022. Owner notification letters will be sent between 10/18/2022 and 10/25/2022. Planned Dealer Notification Date : OCT 11, 2022 – OCT 18, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : OCT 18, 2022 – OCT 25, 2022 * NR – Not Reported
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