1987 Harley-Davidson XL Series Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1987 Harley-Davidson XL Series recalls

Most common 1987 Harley-Davidson XL Series problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Engine And Engine Cooling	1

What owners report

2000-08-22, Engine And Engine Cooling
THE PART MANUFACTURED FROM JIMSUSA FAILED CAUSING A DESTRUCTION OF THE ENGINE. THIS COULD HAVE LOCKED THE MOTOR CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL. A JIMSUSA EMPLOYEE COLIN KATELY CLAIMED THAT THEY KNEW ABOUT THE DEFECT AS THEY HAD LET THEIR TOOLING BECOME WORN. THEY REQUESTED RETURN OF THE UNSAFE PART AND NOW ARE REFUSING TO GIVE IT BACK. THEY AUTHORIZED REPAIR OF THE VEHICLE AND THEN REFUSED TO PAY THE BILL COMMITTING CONSUMER FRAUD. THESE PARTS CONSTITUTE AN IMMEDIATE SAFETY HAZARD.

1987 Harley-Davidson XL Series questions

Does the 1987 Harley-Davidson XL Series have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1987 Harley-Davidson XL Series: Wheels; Power Train. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1987 Harley-Davidson XL Series?

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 1987 Harley-Davidson XL Series 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.