Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
HARLEY-DAVIDSON
Model Of Vehicle
FX
Year
1996
Recall Campaign Number
96V204000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel InjeCTIon System
Effect Of Defect
This Condition Can Cause The Fuel Flow To Be Unpredictable Thus Causing The Engine To Shut Down Increasing The Risk Of A Motorcycle Accident.
Fix Defect
Dealers The Replace The DiaphraGM In The Fuel Valve.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Harley-Davidson Motor Co.
Start Of Manufacture
19930701
End Of Manufacture
19960930
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
176515
Date Owners Notified
19961025
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Date Report Received
19961022