Safety defect investigations, technical specifications, and manufacturer repair notices for Canadian owners.
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Safety recall notices and repair campaigns registered for the 1987 Harley-Davidson Sportster 1000 (xlh) in Canada.
THE UPPER MOUNTING BOLT ON THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPER(S) MIGHT DEVELOP A FRACTURE DURING NORMAL MOTORCYCLE USE. SHOULD A MOUNTING BOLT FRACTURE, THE BOLT'S MATING THREADED BUSHING MIGHT GRADUALLY MOVE OUT OF POSITION AND MAKE CONTACT WITH THE SPOKES OF THE MOTORCYCLE'S FRONT WHEEL. IF THIS CONDITION WERE TO OCCUR, THE FRONT WHEEL MIGHT SUDDENLY LOCK UP RESULTING IN A POSSIBLE CRASH. CORRECTION: UPPER MOUNTING BOLTS WILL BE REPLACED ON AFFECTED VEHICLES.
A failure of this component (brakes) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
Official Transport Canada safety campaigns, Canadian motor vehicle safety compliance standards and live VIN specifications.
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