2016-2019 Harley-Davidson XG500/XG750/XG750A - Service Brakes, Hydraulic recall

Model years: 2016-2019
Makes: Harley-Davidson
Manufacturer: Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Potential units affected: 12,871 (NHTSA estimate of the at-risk population)
Reported: 2018-12-21

Affected vehicles

2019 Harley-Davidson XG500
2019 Harley-Davidson XG750
2019 Harley-Davidson XG750A
2018 Harley-Davidson XG500
2018 Harley-Davidson XG750
2018 Harley-Davidson XG750A
2017 Harley-Davidson XG500
2017 Harley-Davidson XG750
2017 Harley-Davidson XG750A
2016 Harley-Davidson XG500
2016 Harley-Davidson XG750

What’s the problem?

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.

What could happen?

Excessive brake drag can increase the risk of crash.

What’s the fix?

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.