NHTSA recall 90V188000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper
Harley-Davidson Fxr and 1 more
Reported Nov 1, 199042,321 vehicles affectedHARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO.Built Aug 1, 1987 – Sep 1, 1989
The defect
The upper mounting bolt for front brake caliper(s) might fracture while in use.
The risk
The front brake system will remain functional, however,the bolt's mating threaded bushing can gradually move out of position far enoughfor the bushing to contact spokes on the motorcycle's front wheel. Front wheellockup could occur and result in an accident.
The remedy
Replace upper caliper mounting bolts.