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Blowing out your rear tire while riding a motorcycle can be deadly. That’s why it’s especially concerning Harley warning certain softail bikes’ tires are at risk. The problem is a mounting bracket for a nearby part breaking and essentially stabbing the rear tire. Note: This isn’t Harley’s first recall for this problem, the first fix may not be enough.

Here are the models recalled so far:

  • 2018-2019 FLD
  • 2018-2021 FLHC
  • 2018-2024 FLHCS
  • 2018, 2023 FLHCS ANV
  • 2020-2024 FXLRS
  • 2022-2024 FXLRST
  • 2022 FXRST

The Harley-Davidson tire blowout recall

The NHTSA broke it down. Harley is worried about “a sudden loss of tire pressure.” The problem could affect motorcycles equipped with a rear shock absorber pre-load adjuster. “The mounting tab on the…adjuster may break, allowing the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire.”

The kicker is that this isn’t the first time Harley has tried to fix this problem. Harley’s actually recalled some of these motorcycles and attempted to repair them. But its repair isn’t holding, so the manufacturer is trying something else.

This time around, Harley-Davidson dealerships are installing a new bracket for free. Curious if your Harley is affected by this latest recall? (Harley-Davidson recall 0188). You can call your local dealership with your VIN handy, or punch in your VIN at NHTSA.gov.

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Henry Cesari is a MotorBiscuit Staff Writer who brings his deep interest in vintage cars, trucks, and motorcycles to the site. Henry covers Ford models daily, including the F-150. Having restored his first classic car at just 16 years old, Henry has wrenched on everything from overland campers to Japanese motorcycles and even pre-war Bugattis. He’s an avid attendee at local car shows and genuinely enjoys connecting with fellow auto enthusiasts. Henry earned a Bachelor’s in Anthropology and English from the University of Vermont.