The worst 2020 Harley-Davidson XL1200CX problems
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Recalls 1
Exterior lighting: headlights: bulbs
- What is wrong
- 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.
Recall number 21V225000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2020 Harley-Davidson XL1200CX 36
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- TIRE TREAD DEPTH GUIDE-UPDATE. PURPOSE: [Revision C. Updated: Tire Tread Depth Guide
- Battery warranty guidelines
- TIRE TREAD DEPTH GUIDE-UPDATE. PURPOSE: [Revision B. Updated: Tire Tread Depth Guide
- BATTERY WARRANTY GUIDELINES. PURPOSE: [Revision F. Added: Added video link for the DCA-8000 Battery Tester
- Battery warranty guidelines
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
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Questions about the 2020 Harley-Davidson XL1200CX
Is the 2020 Harley-Davidson XL1200CX reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2020 Harley-Davidson XL1200CX.
What is the most common problem with the 2020 Harley-Davidson XL1200CX?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2020 Harley-Davidson XL1200CX have?
1 recall, covering exterior lighting.
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