NHTSA (USA)Medium Risk
2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200CNHTSA Campaign #21V225000
The official notice
Defect
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.
Safety 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.
31,346 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 0177Updated June 10, 2026