1995 Harley-Davidson Softail
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1995 Harley-Davidson Softail. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 1995 Harley-Davidson Softail. 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
3 complaints1 involved a crash
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Suspension › Front › Wheel bearing
Consumer states that while riding the front end started wheel hopping. owner tookmotor cycle into a private mechanic and was informed that the front end loosened up and wore out the neck bearing and racers, causing a collision. The dealer has been made aware of the problem. *ak
- Electrical system › Ignition
When driving the motorcycle stalled, received recall # 96v204000 oct 96, still waiting for job . *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Owner received recall notice, contacted dealer and was told the parts were not available. recall#96v204000. *ak
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10028305Harley davidson: a change to the final torque of the fork cap (part number 45419-80) and for tube plug (part number 45838-77). The new torque for both parts IS 60-70 ft lbs (81.3-94.9nm).
Every Harley-Davidson Softail model year
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