Harley-Davidson 2024-2026 FLHX Motorcycles: Oil Ejection Risk During Dipstick Removal
Harley-Davidson recalls certain 2024-2026 FLHX motorcycles due to potential oil ejection when dipstick is removed while crankcase is pressurized, risking injury. Owners must have breather port inspected and repaired if blocked.
Use caution until it’s fixed
When the dipstick is removed while the crankcase is pressurized, oil may eject from the fill spout, increasing the risk of injury.
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What happened, in plain English
Harley-Davidson is recalling specific 2024-2026 FLHX motorcycles because removing the dipstick while the crankcase is pressurized can cause oil to eject, increasing injury risk. Affected owners should have their breather port checked by a dealer to prevent blockages. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/81728-harley-davidson-2024-2026-flhx-motorcycles-oil-ejection-risk-during.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/81728-harley-davidson-2024-2026-flhx-motorcycles-oil-ejection-risk-during · Updated September 23, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #26V270000
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“Harley-Davidson 2024-2026 FLHX Motorcycles: Oil Ejection Risk During Dipstick Removal.” GovInfoNow, updated September 23, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/81728-harley-davidson-2024-2026-flhx-motorcycles-oil-ejection-risk-during. Based on NHTSA recall #26V270000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V270000).
Why it’s dangerous
When the dipstick is removed while the crankcase is pressurized, oil can be forced out of the fill spout. This can cause a sudden splash or spray that may lead to injury, such as a laceration or eye damage.
Who’s affected
Owners of Harley-Davidson 2024-2026 FLHX motorcycles with an Airbox Baseplate (part number 29000373) are affected. Riders who frequently check oil levels without ensuring the crankcase is depressurized are at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your motorcycle has an Airbox Baseplate with part number 29000373. The recall covers 2024-2026 FLHX models built with this specific part.
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What to do — step by step
Inspect Breather Port
Dealers will inspect the breather port for blockages and repair it free of charge if needed.
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will inspect the breather port, and if the port is blocked, repair the blockage, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 14, 2026. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov April 16, 2025. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0193.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
Owners were mailed letters 16 days after NHTSA received the defect report.
- NHTSA received the defect report
- Owner letters mailed
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Questions people ask
Do I need to stop using my motorcycle immediately?
No, the recall does not require immediate stoppage. Owners can continue using the motorcycle after the breather port is inspected and repaired if necessary.
Contact Harley-Davidson
We’ve drafted a message you can send Harley-Davidson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 26V270000 — Harley-Davidson 2024-2026 FLHX Motorcycles: Oil Ejection Risk During Dipstick Removal Hello, I own a Harley-Davidson 2024-2026 FLHX Motorcycles: Oil Ejection Risk During Dipstick Removal that is covered by recall 26V270000 from Harley-Davidson. The official recall notice states: Dealers will inspect the breather port, and if the port is blocked, repair the blockage, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 14, 2026. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov April 16, 2025. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0193. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #26V270000 (April 28, 2026)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on September 23, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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