1990 Harley-Davidson FL
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1990 Harley-Davidson FL. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
3 recalls name the 1990 Harley-Davidson FL. Newest first.
The fuel inlet needle does not seal properly against the fuel inlet seat.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The fuel overflow system allows fuel to leak onto theground, which could result in a fire if exposed to a source of ignition.
Remedy
Replace the fuel inlet needle.
The positive battery cables installed as part of harley- davidson's previous recall 077 (nhtsa recall 92v011000) can fail in service.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Failure of the positive battery cable results in loss ofelectrical system functions of ignition, lights, and accessories.
Remedy
Install new replacement battery cables.
The positive battery cable can chafe because of its proximity to the oil tank, causing a short circuit if the cable should ground.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The heat from a short circuit could result in a vehiclefire.
Remedy
Replace the postive battery cable.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Carburetor fuel leakage
There is no summary currently available
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