Defective relief port on the master cylinder causing brakes to lock up and overheat.
The worst 1996 Harley-Davidson Sportster problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Fuel system4
- Brakes1
- Engine1
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- Fuel system4
- Brakes1
- Engine1
Recalls 1
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- The seal on the rear master cylinder piston can move out of position.
- Risk
- This condition can result in a loss of rear braking performance increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the rear brake master cylinder.
Recall number 96V103000 · Recall details
What 1996 Harley-Davidson Sportster owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Fuel valve (diaphram) failed.
Engine timing plug milling failed.
Owner received recall notice in november 1996, contacted dealer and was told that the parts were unavailable. Recall #96v204000.
Consumer had difficulty in obtaining recall work on the fuel supply valve due to lack of parts.
Owner received recall notice for fuel supply valves, contacted dealer and was told the parts were unavailable. *ak
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Is the 1996 Harley-Davidson Sportster reliable?
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 1996 Harley-Davidson Sportster, close to a typical Sportster model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 Harley-Davidson Sportster?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 4 complaints. Next is brakes (1).
How many recalls does the 1996 Harley-Davidson Sportster have?
1 recall, covering service brakes, hydraulic.
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