NHTSA recall 90V002000
Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery › Cables
Harley-Davidson XL
Reported Nov 4, 19901,914 vehicles affectedHARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO.Built May 1, 1988 – Dec 1, 1989
The defect
A short circuit could develop due to possible chafing where the battery cable IS close to the evaporative emissions control system.
The risk
Battery cable might overheat and result in a fire.
The remedy
Replace battery cable and other appropriate parts.