Recall 18V927000: 2016–2019 Harley-Davidson XG500, 2016–2019 Harley-Davidson XG750, 2017–2019 Harley-Davidson XG750A

Updated Oct 23, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date: Dec 21, 2018
Vehicles affected: 12,871
Models: 3
Initiated by: Manufacturer

The problem

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Street 500 (XG500), Street 750 (XG750), and 2017-2019 Street 750A (XG750A) motorcycles. The brake calipers may corrode internally after exposure to certain driving environments such as coastal regions or road salt, resulting in increased brake drag.

The risk

Excessive brake drag can increase the risk of crash.

The fix

Harley-Davidson has notified owners, and dealers will install new front and rear brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2019. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0174.

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.

Affected vehicles

2016 Harley-Davidson XG500
2017 Harley-Davidson XG500
2018 Harley-Davidson XG500
2019 Harley-Davidson XG500
2016 Harley-Davidson XG750
2017 Harley-Davidson XG750
2018 Harley-Davidson XG750
2019 Harley-Davidson XG750
2017 Harley-Davidson XG750A
2018 Harley-Davidson XG750A
2019 Harley-Davidson XG750A

Details

NHTSA campaign: 18V927000
Manufacturer campaign: 0174
Manufacturer: Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Owner letters: Apr 9, 2019
Components: Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper (Brakes)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology