1996 Harley-Davidson Sportster Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

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

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (2 reports).

1Recalls
6Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Sportster?

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

1996 Harley-Davidson Sportster recalls

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Recall 96V103Jun 14, 1996251 vehicles affected

Most common 1996 Harley-Davidson Sportster problems

Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel System, Gasoline2
Fuel System, Other2
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1

What owners report

1998-11-27, Fuel System, Other
FUEL VALVE (DIAPHRAM) FAILED.
1998-10-14, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
DEFECTIVE RELIEF PORT ON THE MASTER CYLINDER CAUSING BRAKES TO LOCK UP AND OVERHEAT.
1998-10-14, Fuel System, Other
CONSUMER HAD DIFFICULTY IN OBTAINING RECALL WORK ON THE FUEL SUPPLY VALVE DUE TO LACK OF PARTS.
1997-09-18, Engine And Engine Cooling
ENGINE TIMING PLUG MILLING FAILED.
1997-05-06, Fuel System, Gasoline
OWNER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE IN NOVEMBER 1996, CONTACTED DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT THE PARTS WERE UNAVAILABLE. RECALL #96V204000. *AK

1996 Harley-Davidson Sportster questions

Does the 1996 Harley-Davidson Sportster have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1996 Harley-Davidson Sportster: Service Brakes, Hydraulic. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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

Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (2), Fuel System, Other (2), Engine And Engine Cooling (1).

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