Clutch may not fully disengage
Defect Summary
Harley-davidson motor company (harley-davidson) notified the agency on april 9, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2014-2015 electra glide ultra classic (flhtcu), electra glide ultra classic - twin cooled (flhtcu tc), ultra limited (flhtk), police electra glide (flhtp), street glide (flhx), street glide special (flhxs), cvo street glide (flhxse), 2015 electra glide ultra classic low (flhtcul), ultra limited low (flhtkl), electra glide ultra classic low - twin cooled (flhtcul tc), road glide special (fltrxs), road glide (fltrx), and 2014 cvo road king (flhrse) motorcycles. on july 31, 2015, harley-davidson expanded the recall to cover an additional 61,065 motorcycles. in the affected motorcycles, the clutch master cylinder may lose the ability to generate enough lift to disengage the clutch, especially if the motorcycle has been parked for an extended period of time.
Safety Consequence
When the engine is running and the motorcycle is in gear, if the clutch cannot be fully disengaged, the motorcycle may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Harley-davidson will notify owners, and dealers will flush the clutch system and rebuild the clutch master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began april 23, 2015. owners may contact harley-davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-davidson's number for this recall is 0165.
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FAQ: Recall 15V216000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V216000?
NHTSA recall 15V216000 was issued by Harley-davidson Motor Company on April 13, 2015. It addresses: Clutch may not fully disengage. The recall affects approximately 106,966 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Harley-davidson Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V216000 or the manufacturer campaign number 0165. 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.