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2019-2021 Harley-Davidson XL1200C, Harley-Davidson XL1200CX and others recall: bulbs

Harley-Davidson Motor Company reported this safety recall on March 31, 2021. It covers about 31,346 vehicles.

vehicles affected
31,346
reported
Mar 31, 2021
owners notified
Apr 15, 2021

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 21V225000

Is there a recall on the 2019-2021 Harley-Davidson XL1200C, Harley-Davidson XL1200CX and others bulbs?

Yes. Recall 21V225000, reported on March 31, 2021, covers about 31,346 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 21V225000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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