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Recall campaign89V069000

Recall 89V069000: 1989 Harley-Davidson XL Series

Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery › Cables
Report received
May 2, 1989
Manufacturer
Harley-davidson motor co.
Potentially affected
5,439vehicles
Model years
1989

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

The positive battery cable could develop a short circuit due to excessive wear and chafing if routed in a certain position.

Possible consequence

If this condition exists, the cable might overheat,possibly to a degree which might cause a vehicle fire.

Remedy

The positive battery cable will be replaced on all subject vehicles.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.