Harley-Davidson Softail Rear Brake Line
Harley-Davidson is recalling 2025–2026 Softail motorcycles (FLHC, FXBB, FXLRS, FXLRST) due to rear brake line contact with the BCM causing brake failure.
Stop riding the affected motorcycle immediately. Contact Harley-Davidson Motor Company to schedule a service appointment for inspection and repair of the rear brake line routing.
Recall at a glance
- Vehicles affected
- 16,994
- Repair cost
- Free of charge
- Owner letters mailed
- May 1, 2026
- Manufacturer phone
- 1-800-258-2464
Why it was recalled
Harley-Davidson is recalling certain 2025–2026 FLHC, FXBB, FXLRS, and FXLRST Softail motorcycles because the rear brake line may contact the Body Control Module (BCM), creating a hole that causes brake fluid leakage and loss of rear braking. Loss of rear brakes increases crash risk.
Is mine affected?
This recall covers specific vehicles. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or check with the manufacturer to confirm yours is included.
HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRS (2025-2026), SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Where it was sold
Distributed nationwide.
Timeline
- Reported to NHTSA
- Listed on Recall Canary
- Summary updated
Other recent recalls from Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Editorial summary by Recall Canary · summary updated 2026-04-27 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration · severity reflects the agency's published classification