2008 Harley-Davidson Softail Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2008 Harley-Davidson Softail recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 2008 Harley-Davidson Softail.

Most common 2008 Harley-Davidson Softail problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Visibility	1
Exterior Lighting	1

What owners report

2008-08-25, Visibility
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HARLEY DAVIDSON SOFTAIL CUSTOM. WHENEVER THE CONTACT RIDES HIS BIKE DURING THE DAY OR NIGHT AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE HEADLIGHT MOUNT IS UNSTABLE AND SHAKES. THE FAILURE CAUSES A STROBE LIGHT EFFECT AT NIGHT. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE MOUNT WAS DESIGNED IN THAT MANNER. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 718 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1. UPDATED 09/29/08. *LJ THE CONSUMER STATED HE REPLACED THE FAULTY HEADLAMPS AT HIS EXPENSE.UPDATED 09/29/08. *JB

2008 Harley-Davidson Softail questions

Does the 2008 Harley-Davidson Softail have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2008 Harley-Davidson Softail at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Harley-Davidson Softail?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility (1), Exterior Lighting (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Harley-Davidson Softail has been fixed?

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