Harley Davidson issues recall due to fuel leak concerns
Harley-Davidson Inc. has issued a recall for more than 100,000 motorcycles manufactured in the last year because the danger of leaking gasoline after a motorcycle crash.
Specifically, the recall affects bikes manufactured from June 6, 2008 to November 19, 2009, including some touring models.
The problem occurs in front-end motorcycle accidents when stress is placed on the fuel tank. There is a chance that the fuel tank could rupture in this scenario, which could leak gas and ignite causing serious personal injury to the rider.
According to Harley-Davidson Inc., they are not aware of any incidents related to this problem, but issued the the recall voluntarily once the problem was discovered. As part of the recall, customers can have their bikes modified with braces on the gas tank to prevent the leaks.
Contact Harley-Davidson for more information.
