1997 Harley-Davidson FX
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 1997 Harley-Davidson FX. Newest first.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Owner complaints
2 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Suspension › Front
Motorcycle has a tendency to pull right.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
The engine case was not drilled for oil return and this causes oil to spill out of the motorcycle while driving, and the oil soaks the back of tires and brakes. this causes the brakes to operate improperly. please describe details. *Ak
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