Recall campaign96V103000
Recall 96V103000: 1996 Harley-Davidson Sportster and 3 other models
Service brakes, hydraulic
- Report received
- Jun 14, 1996
- Manufacturer
- Harley-davidson motor co.
- Potentially affected
- 251vehicles
- Model years
- 1996
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
The seal on the rear master cylinder piston can move out of position.
Possible consequence
This condition can result in a loss of rear braking performance increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the rear brake master cylinder.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1996 Harley-Davidson Dyna1 complaints
- 1996 Harley-Davidson FL3 complaints
- 1996 Harley-Davidson FX1 complaints
- 1996 Harley-Davidson Sportster6 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.