There have been 6 safety recalls for the Harley-davidson Sportster. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Harley-davidson Sportster.
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.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1999 Harley-davidson Sportster |
| Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
| Recall Summary: 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.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
This condition can result in a loss of rear braking performance increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1996 Harley-davidson Dyna, 1996 Harley-davidson FL, 1996 Harley-davidson FX, 1996 Harley-davidson Sportster |
| Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Recall Summary: The seal on the rear master cylinder piston can move out of position. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Recalled Vehicles: 1972 Harley-davidson Sportster |
| Component: SUSPENSION |
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| Recalled Vehicles: 1972 Harley-davidson Sportster |
| Component: SUSPENSION |
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| Recalled Vehicles: 1971 Harley-davidson Sportster |
| Component: WHEELS |
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| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Dec. 23, 2004 | Fuel System, Gasoline:carburetor System | 9,501 |
| Oct. 23, 1998 | Equipment:other:labels | 232 |
| Jun. 14, 1996 | Service Brakes | 251 |
| Jul. 20, 1972 | Suspension | 1,500 |
| Oct. 29, 1971 | Suspension | 1,600 |
| May. 27, 1971 | Wheel | 508 |
| Model | # Recalls |
|---|---|
| 2005 Harley-davidson Sportster | 1 |
| 1999 Harley-davidson Sportster | 1 |
| 1996 Harley-davidson Sportster | 1 |
| 1972 Harley-davidson Sportster | 2 |
| 1971 Harley-davidson Sportster | 1 |