NHTSA Recall 21V225000: Bulbs (exterior lighting)
Harley-Davidson Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 31,346 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Harley-Davidson XL1200C.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V225000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 0177 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS › BULBS |
| Report received | March 31, 2021 |
| Owner notification | April 15, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
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.
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 21V225000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson XL1200C | 2019 |
| Harley-Davidson XL1200CX | 2019, 2020 |
| Harley-Davidson XL1200NS | 2019, 2020, 2021 |
| Harley-Davidson XL1200X | 2019, 2020, 2021 |
| Harley-Davidson XL1200XS | 2019 |
| Harley-Davidson XL883L | 2019 |
| Harley-Davidson XL883N | 2019, 2020, 2021 |
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.