NHTSA Recall 18V927000: Caliper (service brakes)
Harley-Davidson Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 12,871 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Harley-Davidson XG500.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V927000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 0174 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › DISC › CALIPER |
| Report received | December 21, 2018 |
| Owner notification | April 9, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
Excessive brake drag can increase the risk of crash.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V927000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson XG500 | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Harley-Davidson XG750 | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Harley-Davidson XG750A | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.