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[Unbalanced]

Just and FYI,

Campaign 145.   as of Today 10/20/2011.   There is no tech article yet, but one is expected shortly.  I know it affects at least FL models from 2009-2012 as my bike is one affected.

[9 1/2 Beers]

 

 last Sat I had mine replaced, cost me $65.00 

 Marty

[berniemc]

mine went out 3 weeks ago '10 ultra

[cahdbiker]

Unbalanced, the newer ones are junk ,maybe these replacements will be better. I hope they improved the ones they are using for the recall. I have a 95 Heritage which had the larger olderstyle rear brakelight switch. It lasted from 1995 up until 2007 (I have commented on this before). Since then I have replaced it a total of 4 times since the original went out. I got pissed and called HD. They reimbursed me for 3 of them(part only) and told me that was the last time. I installed the last 3. They did not reimburse me for the labor I paid for on the first one that went bad. The one on my 09SEUC is still working so thanks for the tip. By the way whenever you change one out you have to bleed the brakes. Local HD shop figured they could change it out (the first replacement) without bleeding, so I found myself bleeding my rear brakes in motel parking lot in Mohab Utah.(that was on my Heritage in 07). Again thanks for the tip. I will keep my eye on it.CAHDBIKER

[JCZ]

Just and FYI,

Campaign 145.   as of Today 10/20/2011.   There is no tech article yet, but one is expected shortly.  I know it affects at least FL models from 2009-2012 as my bike is one affected.

Harry can you elaborate?

My cruise control doesn't disengage when I use my rear brake.  I haven't checked to see if my brake light comes on......but I sure will tonight.

[BUCKNUT GREG]

Cant wait to see how long it will take to have a recall from the MoCo. 

[North Georgia Hawg]

Cant wait to see how long it will take to have a recall from the MoCo. 

Hopefully it won't take "as long as possible."  Brake malfunctions are about as serious as it gets... I will be following this three with interest...

[Ironhorse]

 last Sat I had mine replaced, cost me $65.00 

 Marty

Marty,

Maybe you can get reimbursed for the repair. It might be worth a try

Mark

[Twolanerider]

Has anyone done a side by side comparison of older and newer switches?   Just wondering if they are really different or if the old switch isnt holding up to the pressures of the ABS pump?

[djkak]

Has anyone done a side by side comparison of older and newer switches?   Just wondering if they are really different or if the old switch isnt holding up to the pressures of the ABS pump?

It looks like the switch has been around since ’05 or ’06 and is used across multiple platforms. The issue with the Touring and Trikes could very well be the proximity to and config of the exhaust pipe.

[guppytrash]

My 09 was replaced

[gabhart]

Brand new bike too:

    Open Recalls

    There are one or more open recalls on your vehicle:
    2011 CVO™ Ultra Classic® Electra Glide® VIN: 1hd

    The following list contains the campaign number and a brief description:
    Recall Notice: 0145: RCL:2009-2012 BRAKE SWITCH RCL

    We strongly urge you to take your motorcycle to your dealer to have the appropriate service performed as soon as possible. Should you choose to ride your motorcycle prior to this service, we urge you to be aware of this condition. Some product campaigns may have expired and you may have to pay for the service. Please see your local Harley-Davidson dealer for further details.

[Unbalanced]

Gabbart my local dealers dont have the recall replacements yet.   They are in the process of sending them out as well as publishing the M xxxx article to tell the dealers what to do and what parts are necessary to complete the recall..  

CAD  you are correct in that you do have to bleed the brakes when this recall is done..

I happened to see a melted one today and it was pretty ugly. 

JCZ I can't elaborate beyond the above as this is all I have seen/been told.  I think checked on my own bike and received the same recall message as posted above about getting it done, just the dealers don't have the parts quite yet here anyhow.  
Just wanted people to be aware it was out there.

Wonder if they are going to ground all the cop bikes till these get replaced on them /shrug

[Winhawk]

Took my bike in to get some work done. Went to pick it up and the dealer would not release the bike to me. Apparently the Moco issued a recall on all touring models 2009 and later.  The recall is a brake switch that may leak onto the brakes and cause an accident.

I am all for safety and don't blame the dealer, but for crying out loud the Moco has had two years to figure this out.

Just frustrated. They may get the new parts on Monday.

[miceracs]

So, do you have the recall number?
and when was it issued?