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1994-1997 Harley-Davidson FL, Harley-Davidson FX and others recall: fuel injection system

Harley-Davidson Motor Co. reported this safety recall on October 22, 1996. It covers about 176,515 vehicles.

vehicles affected
176,515
reported
Oct 22, 1996
owners notified
Oct 25, 1996
related complaints
4

Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system

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

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 4 complaints about fuel system problems.

1994 Harley-Davidson FL1995 Harley-Davidson FL1996 Harley-Davidson FL1997 Harley-Davidson FL1995 Harley-Davidson FX1996 Harley-Davidson FX1997 Harley-Davidson FX1995 Harley-Davidson Softail1996 Harley-Davidson Softail1997 Harley-Davidson Softail1995 Harley-Davidson XL1996 Harley-Davidson XL

Questions about recall 96V204000

Is there a recall on the 1994-1997 Harley-Davidson FL, Harley-Davidson FX and others fuel injection system?

Yes. Recall 96V204000, reported on October 22, 1996, covers about 176,515 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 96V204000?

Dealers the replace the diaphragm in the fuel valve.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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