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1990 Harley-Davidson FX problems

The most common problem on the 1990 Harley-Davidson FX is fuel and propulsion system. Its complaint count is close to a typical FX model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
3
Worst area
Fuel system

The worst 1990 Harley-Davidson FX problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Fuel system
    1

Problems by type

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  • Fuel system
    1

Recalls 3

Fuel system, gasolineReported November 30, 1992 · 66,046 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The fuel inlet needle does not seal properly against the fuel inlet seat.
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.

Recall number 92V173000 · Recall details

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cablesReported September 4, 1992 · 6,838 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The positive battery cables installed as part of harley- davidson's previous recall 077 (the federal safety agency recall 92v011000) can fail in service.
Risk
Failure of the positive battery cable results in loss ofelectrical system functions of ignition, lights, and accessories.
Remedy
Install new replacement battery cables.

Recall number 92V125000 · Recall details

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cablesReported January 22, 1992 · 34,693 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The positive battery cable can chafe because of its proximity to the oil tank, causing a short circuit if the cable should ground.
Risk
The heat from a short circuit could result in a vehiclefire.
Remedy
Replace the postive battery cable.

Recall number 92V011000 · Recall details

See all 3 recalls for the 1990 Harley-Davidson FX

Defect investigations

Carburetor fuel leakageOpened July 23, 1992, closed November 30, 1992

There is no summary currently available

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What 1990 Harley-Davidson FX owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 13, 1996 · Fuel system · TX

It's been a month since alamo city harley davidson said that they would contact this consumer when the parts arrived, the consumer has not received a call. *ak consumer states he received a recall notice and had to call 3 times in which he was then put on a list.

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Questions about the 1990 Harley-Davidson FX

Is the 1990 Harley-Davidson FX reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1990 Harley-Davidson FX, close to a typical FX model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1990 Harley-Davidson FX?

Fuel and propulsion system, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 1990 Harley-Davidson FX have?

3 recalls, covering fuel system, gasoline and electrical system.

Was there a recall on the 1990 Harley-Davidson FX fuel system?

Yes, 1 recall: 92V173000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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