2008 Harley-Davidson Vrscdxa Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2008 Harley-Davidson Vrscdxa has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (2 reports).

1Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Vrscdxa?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2008 Harley-Davidson Vrscdxa recalls

Brake fluid deposits can stick ABS valve, reducing stopping power

Recall 18V076Jan 29, 2018174,636 vehicles affected

Deposits can form inside the brake system on certain 2008-2011 Harley-Davidson motorcycles equipped with anti-lock brakes (ABS) when the DOT 4 brake fluid is not replaced for a prolonged period beyond the 2-year maintenance schedule in the Owner's Manual.

Most common 2008 Harley-Davidson Vrscdxa problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes2

What owners report

2019-04-23, Service Brakes
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCDXA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT BRAKE FLUID LEAKED FROM THE VEHICLE DUE TO A MELTED BRAKE LINE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3,000.
2018-03-08, Service Brakes
HARLEY DAVIDSON RECALL 0171 NHTSA RECALL 18V-076 RECALL STATES THAT THERE IS A CHANCE IN REDUCED BRAKING ABILITY. MY EXPERIENCE IS THAT I COMPLETELY LOST THE FRONT BRAKES WHICH IS 75% OF THE BRAKING ABILITY ON A MOTORCYCLE. WHEN MY VRSCDXA WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR THE FLUSH, THE TECHNICIANS DETERMINED THAT THEY COULD NOT FLUSH THE BRAKES DUE TO THE ABS MODULE NOT RESPONDING PROPERLY. THIS REQUIRES A REPLACEMENT OF THE ABS MODULE THAT IS NOW OBSOLETE FOR HD AND AFTERMARKET SUPPLIERS DO NOT MAKE THIS PART. IT IS COMPLETE NONSENSE TO HAVE A SYSTEM THAT HAS THE CAPABILITY OF COMPLETELY FAILING, A RECALL THAT DOES NOT COVER THE PARTS OF FAILURE, MISLEADING STATEMENTS ON HOW IT AFFECTS THE

2008 Harley-Davidson Vrscdxa questions

Does the 2008 Harley-Davidson Vrscdxa have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2008 Harley-Davidson Vrscdxa: Brake fluid deposits can stick ABS valve, reducing stopping power. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (2).

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

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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