Harley-Davidson Iron 883 (XL883N) problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 2012–2022: 2 recall campaigns and 9 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
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Equipment, Service Brakes, Hydraulic #22V160000 · 2022 · 4,177 units
Problem: Harley-davidson motor company (harley-davidson) is recalling certain 2021-2022 xl1200x, xl883n, and 2021 xl1200ns xl sportster motorcycles. the brake fluid warning labels may detach from the brake fluid reservoir caps. as such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 122, "motorcycle brake systems."
Risk: Missing brake fluid warning labels may lead to improper brake system maintenance, affecting brake performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Harley-davidson will mail replacement labels to owners, free of charge. owners may also take their motorcycles to a dealer for label inspection and replacement, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed april 4, 2022. harley's number for this recall is 0632.
Exterior Lighting #21V225000 · 2021 · 31,346 units
Problem: 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.
Risk: A loss of both headlight beams can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
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