CarRecallWatch- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:BULBS
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A loss of both headlight beams can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2019-2020 Harley-Davidson Sportster motorcycles, and replacement headlight assemblies sold for several older Harley models, may have a headlight glass bulb that can fail. When it fails, both the high and low beams can go out.
Losing both headlight beams reduces your visibility to other drivers and the road ahead, which increases the risk of a crash.
Harley-Davidson will notify affected owners, and authorized dealers will install a headlamp bulb shield at no charge. To check whether your motorcycle is affected, look up your VIN for open recalls, or contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464 and reference recall number 0177.
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