NHTSA vehicle safety data
2019 Harley-Davidson Xg500
The 2019 Harley-Davidson Xg500 has 1 NHTSA recall and 1 owner complaint on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2019 Harley-Davidson Xg500. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
NHTSA #18V927000Reported December 21, 2018 · Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Defect description
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Street 500 (XG500), Street 750 (XG750), and 2017-2019 Street 750A (XG750A) motorcycles. The brake calipers may corrode internally after exposure to certain driving environments such as coastal regions or road salt, resulting in increased brake drag.
Safety consequence
Excessive brake drag can increase the risk of crash.
Free manufacturer remedy
Harley-Davidson has notified owners, and dealers will install new front and rear brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2019. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0174.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.