Harley-Davidson Sportster recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
7 recalls found for the Harley-Davidson Sportster in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, and 59 owner complaints. Choose a model year:
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Newest Harley-Davidson Sportster recalls
- Dec 23, 200404V607000Fuel system, gasoline9,501 vehiclesHarley-Davidson Dyna, Softail and 2 more models
Certain motorcycles may have been produced with defective fuel shut-off valves.
- Dec 21, 200404E094000Fuel system, gasoline364 vehiclesHarley-Davidson Dyna, Softail and 2 more models
Certain fuel shut-off valves used as replacement equipment, p/nos 61338-02, 62169-02A, 61338-94D, and 62169-95C for use on certain 2005 carbureted sportsters, dyna, softail, and…
- Oct 23, 199898V267000Equipment232 vehicles1999 Harley-Davidson Sportster
Vehicle description: motorcycles.
- Jun 14, 199696V103000Service brakes, hydraulic251 vehiclesHarley-Davidson Dyna, FL and 2 more models
The seal on the rear master cylinder piston can move out of position.
- Jul 20, 197272V186000Suspension1,500 vehicles1972 Harley-Davidson Sportster
- Oct 29, 197171V197000Suspension1,600 vehicles1972 Harley-Davidson Sportster
- May 27, 197171V091000Wheels508 vehicles1971 Harley-Davidson Sportster
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