CarRecallWatch- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Problem
- Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain model year 2015 XG500 motorcycles manufactured January 20, 2014, to July 7, 2015, and XG750 motorcycles manufactured May 12, 2014, to July 7, 2015. The fuel pump modules on these motorcycles have a poor seal at the fuel pump inlet.
- Risk
- If there is a poor seal at the fuel pump inlet it can cause interruption to the fuel supply, possibly causing a brief hesitation with the abrupt restoration of power. This abrupt restoration of power can lead to loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fuel pump assembly, free of charge. The recall began on August 21, 2015. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-414-343-4056. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0167.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2015 XG500 and XG750 motorcycles built between early 2014 and July 2015 have a poor seal at the fuel pump inlet. This can interrupt fuel supply, causing a brief hesitation followed by an abrupt return of power.
That sudden surge of power can cause the rider to lose control, raising the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and have the motorcycle inspected as soon as possible.
Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and authorized dealers will install a new fuel pump assembly at no cost. Owners can also contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-414-343-4056, referencing recall number 0167. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Harley-Davidson XG500 | 2015 |
|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson XG750 | 2015 |