1996 Harley-Davidson Softail Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1996 Harley-Davidson Softail has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (1 report).

1Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Softail?

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

1996 Harley-Davidson Softail recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System

Recall 96V204Oct 22, 1996176,515 vehicles affected

Most common 1996 Harley-Davidson Softail problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Power Train1
Engine And Engine Cooling1

What owners report

2001-06-04, Engine And Engine Cooling
WAS DRIVING MOTORCYCLE WHEN CAM BEARINGS BLEW OUT AND SCATTERED METAL PIECES THROUGHOUT ENGINE, CAUSING IT TO STALL OUT. *AK
2000-01-27, Power Train
SPEEDOMETER STICKS INTERMITTENTLY, DOESN'T INDICATE THE CORRECT SPEED. EVENTUALLY SPEEDOMETER WILL UNSTICK AND WORK NORMALLY. *AK *ML
1999-02-25, Fuel System, Gasoline
RECALL REPAIR NOT ABLE TO BE DONE DUE TO LACK OF PARTS (FUEL SUPPLY VALVE).

1996 Harley-Davidson Softail questions

Does the 1996 Harley-Davidson Softail have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1996 Harley-Davidson Softail: Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1996 Harley-Davidson Softail?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (1), Power Train (1), Engine And Engine Cooling (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1996 Harley-Davidson Softail 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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