Safety Recall NHTSA · 91V117000 Reported July 1, 1991

Electrical system:fuse and recepticle:circuit brea

Harley-davidson Motor Company · Electrical System · 61,386 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
91V117000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
61,386
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 1, 1991

Defect Summary

Malfunctioning 30 amp circuit breakers during operation can result in disruption of the electrical system, including lights, ignition, and accessories without prior warning.

Safety Consequence

Disruption of the electrical system results in loss ofheadlights and stoplights, making vehicle less visible and increasing accidentpotential of the rider.

Corrective Action

Replace 30 amp circuit breaker.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Harley-davidson Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 91V117000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 91V117000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 91V117000?

NHTSA recall 91V117000 was issued by Harley-davidson Motor Company on July 1, 1991. It addresses: Electrical system:fuse and recepticle:circuit brea. The recall affects approximately 61,386 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Harley-davidson Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 91V117000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.