2016 Harley-Davidson Harley-Davidson Street 500 (XG500) problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2016 Harley-Davidson Harley-Davidson Street 500.
Recalls
Service Brakes, Hydraulic #18V927000 · 2018 · 12,871 units
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.
Risk: Excessive brake drag can increase the risk of crash.
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.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 2 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.
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Specs
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Harley-Davidson Harley-Davidson Street 500 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Harley-Davidson Harley-Davidson Street 500. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2016 Harley-Davidson Harley-Davidson Street 500 problems?
In 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is steering.
Model name source: Harley-Davidson model codes (harley-davidson.com/us/en/content/expert-advice/harley-davidson-model-codes.html).