How many recalls does the 1987 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 (xl) have?

The 1987 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 (xl) has 1 recall on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 1987 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 (xl)?

The most recent recall was issued on December 3, 1986 and relates to the powertrain system.

Is the 1987 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 (xl) affected by any Canadian recalls?

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

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1987 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 (xl) – Major League Recalls

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1987 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 (xl)

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1987 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 (xl) Recalls

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December 3, 1986

POWERTRAIN

At a glance

What can fail

A broken gear tooth can get stuck between transmission gears, locking up the drivetrain and rear wheel, which may cause loss of control.

What the fix does

The mainshaft first gear will be replaced with a redesigned gear that has been proven and tested.

56 vehicles affected

Transport Canada #1986137 — full official notice →

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

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