# 2008 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDC — SERVICE BRAKES
> NHTSA complaint `2046536` · 2024-12-09 · Harley-Davidson Motor Company
## Severity
- **Deaths:** 0
- **Injured:** 0
- **Fire:** Yes
- **Crash:** No
- **Police report:** No
- **Medical attention:** No
- **Vehicle towed:** No
## Vehicle
- **Make:** HARLEY-DAVIDSON
- **Model:** FXDC
- **Year:** 2008
- **Manufacturer:** Harley-Davidson Motor Company
- **Component:** SERVICE BRAKES
- **Speed:** 50 mph
## Narrative
The rear brake light switch failed. Yes it is available for inspection - I’ll hold onto the part after repair.   My safety was put at risk when the switch failed causing a leak in brake fluid and a loss of pressure in the pedal. Losing my rear break functionality entirely. Then the leaking brake fluid went into the electrical connections on the switch and caught on fire.   Not confirmed by a dealer but has happened on other Harley models and been recalled before just not for this model of bike.   Not inspected by any of the listed.   No warning notifications I just hit the pedal one day and it went completely soft then burst into flames.
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