Safety Recall NHTSA · 80V020000 Reported February 26, 1980

Power train:driveline:differential unit sprocket

Harley-davidson Motor Company · Power Train · 62 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
80V020000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
62
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 26, 1980

Defect Summary

On certain motorcycles, the head of the rear wheel sprocket mounting bolt could break off and eventually wedge itself between the aluminum chain housing and the sprocket. This defect is due to a manufacturing process which may cause the bolts to become brittle.

Corrective Action

The dealer will replace all five rear wheel sprocket mounting bolts on all involved vehicles.

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 80V020000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 80V020000

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

What is recall 80V020000?

NHTSA recall 80V020000 was issued by Harley-davidson Motor Company on February 26, 1980. It addresses: Power train:driveline:differential unit sprocket. The recall affects approximately 62 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 80V020000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.