THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE CAN CHAFE BECAUSE OF ITS PROXIMITY TO THE OIL TANK
— Recall Campaign #92V011000
THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE CAN CHAFE BECAUSE OF ITS PROXIMITY TO THE OIL TANK, CAUSING A SHORT CIRCUIT IF THE CABLE SHOULD GROUND.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 34,693 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
92V011000
| Manufacturer: | Harley-Davidson Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | January 22, 1992 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 92V011000 |
| Units affected: | 34,693 |
- Description:
- THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE CAN CHAFE BECAUSE OF ITS PROXIMITY TO THE OIL TANK, CAUSING A SHORT CIRCUIT IF THE CABLE SHOULD GROUND.
- Consequeces:
- THE HEAT FROM A SHORT CIRCUIT COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLEFIRE.
- Corrective action:
- REPLACE THE POSTIVE BATTERY CABLE.
- Notes:
- SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY MOTORCYCLE; SOFTAIL MODEL.