1990 Harley-Davidson XLH problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 1990 Harley-Davidson XLH.
Recalls
Service Brakes, Hydraulic #90V188000 · 1990 · 42,321 units
Problem: The upper mounting bolt for front brake caliper(s) might fracture while in use.
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.
Fix: Replace upper caliper mounting bolts.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
No owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year.
Want the full repair deets? Get the service manual.
Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 1990 XLH.
Motorcycle-specific service manuals with step-by-step procedures (Clymer is part of Haynes).
Step-by-step photos written from a real teardown. Great for first-timers.
Downloadable service manuals. Pay once, keep it.
Heads up: we may earn a commission if you buy through these links, at no extra cost to you. We never host or link to pirated manuals. Disclosure
Specs
Specs coming soon. We only publish specs taken from the manufacturer's own spec sheets.
Other years
FAQ
Does the 1990 Harley-Davidson XLH have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1990 Harley-Davidson XLH. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 1990 Harley-Davidson XLH problems?
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.