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.
Harley-Davidson Motor Company – Headlights May Fail
| Report Received Date | 03/31/2021 |
| NHTSA ID | 21V225000 |
| Consequence Summary | A loss of both headlight beams can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | 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 Code | 0177 |
| Potentially Affected | 31346 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V225000) |
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