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2020 Harley-Davidson XL1200X Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2020 Harley-Davidson XL1200X has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2020 Harley-Davidson XL1200X. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:BULBS
NHTSA #21V225000Reported March 31, 2021 · Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Potentially affected: 31,346 vehicles
Defect description
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Sportster (XL) motorcycles and 796 headlight assemblies that may have been sold as replacement parts for 2005-2019 Sportster, 2005-2017 Softail, 2005-2017 Dyna, and 2005-2011 V-Rod motorcycles. The glass bulb within the headlight assembly may fail, causing a loss of both high and low beams.
Safety consequence
A loss of both headlight beams can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will install a headlamp bulb shield, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2021. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0177.
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.
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