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Recall 98V-158: 1994–1998 Harley-Davidson Flhs, 1994–1998 Harley-Davidson Flht and 11 more

HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jul 14, 1998, covering about 55,013 vehicles.

NHTSA number
98V-158
Report date
Jul 14, 1998
Vehicles affected
55,013
Owners notified
Jul 20, 1998

The problem

Vehicle description: fl touring motorcycles. A loss of electrical power through the ignition switch can occur due to excessive current and other factors.

The risk

This condition can cause the engine to fail to start, operate erratically, or stall.

The fix

Dealers will replace the ignition switch/circuit breaker and install a relay kit.

Notes

Owner notification began july 20, 1998.owners who take their motorcycles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4680.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerHARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentElectrical System › Ignition › Switch
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number98V158000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Harley-Davidson Flhs1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998All years
Harley-Davidson Flht1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998All years
Harley-Davidson FLHTC1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998All years
Harley-Davidson FLHTCI1994, 1996, 1997, 1998All years
Harley-Davidson FLHTCU1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998All years
Harley-Davidson FLHTCUI1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998All years
Harley-Davidson FLHTP1994, 1995, 1996, 1997All years
Harley-Davidson FLHTPI1994, 1997, 1998All years
Harley-Davidson Fltc1994, 1996, 1997, 1998All years
Harley-Davidson Fltcu1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998All years
Harley-Davidson Fltcui1994, 1996, 1997, 1998All years
Harley-Davidson Fltr1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998All years
Harley-Davidson Fltri1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 98V-158?

Vehicle description: fl touring motorcycles. A loss of electrical power through the ignition switch can occur due to excessive current and other factors.

How is recall 98V-158 fixed?

Dealers will replace the ignition switch/circuit breaker and install a relay kit.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.