1986 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLST Recalls (2)

Campaign:: 86V041000 on 03/25/1986
Component:: Power train:automatic transmission
Manufactured:: 06/30/1985 - 01/31/1986
Affected:: 4,164
Defect:: Transmission magnetic drain plugs may have been broken during assembly. consequence of defect: the broken magnet may become lodged between the transmission gears causing the transmission to lockup. if the motorcycle is operating, the rear wheel will lock-up which may lead to an accident.
Correction:: Replace the drain plug with a shorter, non interfering magnetic drain plug.
Notes:: System: transmission drain plug.vehicle description: 1340cc "rigid mount" motorcycles.
Campaign:: 93E030000 on 08/31/1993
Component:: Structure:body:bumpers
Affected:: 715
Defect:: The screws issued in a kit to mount the fender and an accessory front bumper onto the motorcycles can break, causing the fender and bumper to loosen and possibly contact the front tire.
Consequence:: Contact between the fender and bumper and the fronttire may result in tire failure and possible loss of vehicle control.
Correction:: Replace the screws in the kits which are located at dealerships. owners of installed kits will be notified to have the mounting screws replaced.
Notes:: System: structure; bumper assembly.vehicle description: heavy duty motorcycles.