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Recall campaign96V204000

Recall 96V204000: 1994–1997 Harley-Davidson FL and 3 other models

Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system
Report received
Oct 22, 1996
Manufacturer
Harley-davidson motor co.
Potentially affected
176,515vehicles
Model years
1994–1997

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 effects of reformulated gasoline along with certain usage of the fuel supply valve affects the supply of gasoline to the carburetor. This condition requires two factors: (1) the use of reformulated fuels containing mbte and (2) starting the motorcycle with the fuel valve handle in the off position.

Possible consequence

This condition can cause the fuel flow to be unpredictable thus causing the engine to shut down increasing the risk of a motorcycle accident.

Remedy

Dealers the replace the diaphragm in the fuel valve.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

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.