Safety Recall NHTSA · 05V293000 Reported June 21, 2005

Anti-lock brake system

Harley-davidson Motor Company · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 1,552 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
05V293000
Manufacturer Campaign
0120
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
1,552
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
June 21, 2005

Defect Summary

On certain police and escort motorcycles, the anti-lock brake system (abs) lines may have been reversed during installation procedures.

Safety Consequence

This could cause the front brake to lock up if an abs event is triggered, which could result in a crash,

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and re-route the abs brake lines free of charge. the recall began on june 24, 2005. owners may contact harley davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Harley-davidson Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 05V293000 or campaign 0120.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 05V293000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 05V293000?

NHTSA recall 05V293000 was issued by Harley-davidson Motor Company on June 21, 2005. It addresses: Anti-lock brake system. The recall affects approximately 1,552 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Harley-davidson Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V293000 or the manufacturer campaign number 0120. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.