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) – Major League Recalls

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1989 Harley-Davidson Sportster 1000 (xl)

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1989 Harley-Davidson Sportster 1000 (xl) Recalls

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Transport CanadaCritical

May 17, 1989

ELECTRICAL

At a glance

What can fail

The positive battery cable can wear and chafe, creating a short circuit. This may cause the cable to overheat and potentially start a vehicle fire.

What the fix does

The battery cable will be replaced with a longer cable routed differently to prevent wear and chafing.

97 vehicles affected

Transport Canada #1989068 — full official notice →

Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.

Other Harley-Davidson Sportster 1000 (xl) Years

1987 (1)1991 (1)

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