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Published 8 Jul 1993 Ref JP-1204960

Harley-Davidson: Starter Motor

Translated from Japanese · machine translation

Country
Japan
Published
8 Jul 1993
Units affected
4414
Reference
JP-1204960

Affected vehicles

Harley-Davidson Springer Softail 1988–1992 Harley-Davidson Softail 1988–1992 Harley-Davidson Softail Custom 1988–1992 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy 1988–1992 Harley-Davidson Heritage Softail Classic 1988–1992

Hazard

The starter motor relay has insufficient water resistance. Continued use in this condition may allow moisture to enter the relay, causing an electrical short circuit that could prevent engine start.
Show original (日本語)
始動装置の継電器の防水性能が不十分なため、このままの状態で使用を続けると、当該 継電器内部に水分が入り、電気回路が短絡して原動機が始動できなくなるおそれがある。

Remedy

Replace the starter motor relay with a corrective part on all vehicles.
Show original (日本語)
全車両、当該継電器を対策品と交換する。

Official source

View the official recall notice