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Safety recall · 91V117000

Electrical system: fuses and circuit breakers Harley-Davidson recall

HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO. reported this recall to NHTSA on July 1, 1991. It covers about 61,386 vehicles across 2 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Check my VIN at NHTSAAffected vehicles
Campaign
91V117000
Reported
Jul 1, 1991
Vehicles
61,386
Area
Electrical system

The problem

Malfunctioning 30 amp circuit breakers during operation can result in disruption of the electrical system, including lights, ignition, and accessories without prior warning.

The risk

Disruption of the electrical system results in loss ofheadlights and stoplights, making vehicle less visible and increasing accidentpotential of the rider.

The fix

REPLACE 30 AMP CIRCUIT BREAKER.

Contacts

System: electrical.Vehicle description: motorcycles.

What to do

  1. Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
  2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Harley-Davidson dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 91V117000.
  3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
  4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicles covered

VehicleComplaintsRecallsGrade
1990 Harley-Davidson Harley Davidson11C
1991 Harley-Davidson Harley Davidson42F

Questions

Is the 91V117000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO.'s dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 91V117000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 91V117000 announced?

HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO. reported it to NHTSA on July 1, 1991. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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