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1997 Harley-Davidson Softail recalls

There is 1 safety recall on record for the 1997 Harley-Davidson Softail, covering 176,515 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection systemReported October 22, 1996 · 176,515 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The effects of reformulated gasoline along with certain usage of the fuel supply valve affects the supply of gasoline to the carburetor. This condition requires two factors: (1) the use of reformulated fuels containing mbte and (2) starting the motorcycle with the fuel valve handle in the off position.
Risk
This condition can cause the fuel flow to be unpredictable thus causing the engine to shut down increasing the risk of a motorcycle accident.
Remedy
Dealers the replace the diaphragm in the fuel valve.

Recall number 96V204000 · Recall details

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How many recalls does the 1997 Harley-Davidson Softail have?

1, covering fuel system, gasoline.

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