How many recalls does the 1989 HARLEY-DAVIDSON SPORTSTER 1000 (XL) have?

The 1989 HARLEY-DAVIDSON SPORTSTER 1000 (XL) has 1 recall on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 1989 HARLEY-DAVIDSON SPORTSTER 1000 (XL)?

The most recent recall was issued on May 17, 1989 and relates to the electrical system.

Is the 1989 HARLEY-DAVIDSON SPORTSTER 1000 (XL) affected by any Canadian recalls?

Yes, there are 1 Transport Canada recall(s) for this vehicle.

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1989 HARLEY-DAVIDSON SPORTSTER 1000 (XL) Recalls Canada & USA – Major League Recalls

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1989 HARLEY-DAVIDSON SPORTSTER 1000 (XL) Recalls — Canada & USA

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May 17, 1989

1989 HARLEY-DAVIDSON SPORTSTER 1000 (XL)Transport Canada Recall #1989068

ELECTRICAL

Defect

THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE COULD DEVELOP A SHORT CIRCUIT DUE TO EXCESSIVE WEAR AND CHAFING. IF THIS OCCURRED, THE BATTERY CABLE MIGHT OVERHEAT, POSSIBLY TO A DEGREE WHICH MIGHT CAUSE A VEHICLE FIRE.

Safety Risk

No risk description available.

Remedy

BATTERY CABLE WILL BE REPLACED WITH A LONGER CABLE USING A REVISED ROUTING.

97 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 066

Other Model Years

1987 (1)1991 (1)

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