Does the 2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster have any recalls?

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: fuel system, gasoline. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Harley-Davidson dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster?

4 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Harley-Davidson been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Harley-Davidson dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster recalls, newest first

December 23, 2004NHTSA 04V6070009,501 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Carburetor system

Summary: Certain motorcycles may have been produced with defective fuel shut-off valves. The functionality of the 'on' position and the 'reserve' position of the valve may have been reversed.
Consequence: If the bike were operating with the valve in the 'on' position, the bike could run out of fuel, the expected fuel reserve will not be available. This could lead to the driver running out of gas without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel valve and replace it, if necessary. The recall began February 7, 2005. Owners should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4080.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 21, 2004NHTSA 04E094000364 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Carburetor system

Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed

Summary: 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 touring model motorcycles. These valves may have been produced with the functionality of the 'on' position and the 'reserve' position of the valve may have been reversed.
Consequence: If the bike were operating with the valve in the 'on' position, the bike could run out of fuel, the expected fuel reserve will not be available. This could lead to the driver running out of gas without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel valve and replace it, if necessary. The recall began January 27, 2005. Owners should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4080. If you have had or installed a replacement fuel shut-off valve in your motorcycle, please take your vehicle to your dealer to have the valve inspected for proper operation as soon as possible.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Fuel system2
Power train › Manual transmission2
Electrical system › Starter assembly1
Gasoline1
Gasoline › Carburetor system1

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Questions

Does the 2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster have any recalls?: 2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: fuel system, gasoline. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Harley-Davidson dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster?: 4 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.