1999 Harley-Davidson Sportster recall: labels
Harley-Davidson Motor Company reported this safety recall on October 23, 1998. It covers about 232 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 232
- reported
- Oct 23, 1998
- owners notified
- Nov 16, 1998
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: motorcycles. The certification label incorrectly indicates the front tire size as 100/90-19 57h instead of the corret designation mh90-21 56h. Also the certification labels do not contain the correct model designation. This does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars."
- Risk
- If incorrect tire information is given, underrated tires could be placed on the motorcycle causing excessive tire wear or, in extreme cases, possible tire blowouts.
- Remedy
- Owners will be provided with new certification labels and installation instructions. If an owner desires, their dealer can install the label for them.
Recall number 98V267000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 98V267000
Is there a recall on the 1999 Harley-Davidson Sportster labels?
Yes. Recall 98V267000, reported on October 23, 1998, covers about 232 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 98V267000?
Owners will be provided with new certification labels and installation instructions. If an owner desires, their dealer can install the label for them.
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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