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Recall campaign90V102000

Recall 90V102000: 1990 Harley-Davidson XL

Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery › Cables
Report received
Jun 1, 1990
Manufacturer
Harley-davidson motor co.
Potentially affected
3,268vehicles
Model years
1990

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

Wireform that secures rubber grommets, which serve as a routing guide for the positive battery cable, may not meet specifications.

Possible consequence

Wireforms could chafe the positive battery cable andcause a short circuit to the motorcycle chassis during operation.

Remedy

Replace positive battery cable wireform with wireform that that meets specifications.

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.