CarRecallWatchThe 1997 Harley-Davidson Sportster has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (1 report).
0Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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1997 Harley-Davidson Sportster recalls
No safety recalls on file for the 1997 Harley-Davidson Sportster.
Most common 1997 Harley-Davidson Sportster problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
MOTORCYCLE IS AT A STOP, MOTORCYCLE WILL THEN BACKFIRE THROUGH CARBURETOR WHEN ACCELERATING, IT WILL STALL OUT. NEEDS TO RESTART,DEALERSHIP SAYS CANNOT FIX PROBLEM. HAS BEEN IN SHOP TWICE A WEEK SINCE IT WAS BOUGHT,SERIOUS LOUD PINCH WHICH CAUSES LOSS OF POWER ON ACCLERATION JUST ON HOT DAYS. THIS DEFECT CAN CAUSE A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. *AK
1997 Harley-Davidson Sportster questions
Does the 1997 Harley-Davidson Sportster have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1997 Harley-Davidson Sportster at this time.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Harley-Davidson Sportster?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 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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