Harley-Davidson has issued a recall on the XG500 and XG750 manufactured between 2016 and 2019 for issues that may effect the brakes on these motorcycles. The total number of motorcycles worldwide is around 44,000, however only 12,871 are in the U.S.
Here is the official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall report that can be found at https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2016/HARLEY-DAVIDSON/XG500#recalls. You can also go to the Harley-Davidson recall webpage here https://www.harley-davidson.com/us/en/owners/motorcycle-maintenance/service-recalls.html to see if your motorcycle is effected by this recall.
NHTSA Recall Report
Brake Caliper Corrosion may Cause Brake Drag
Excessive brake drag can increase the risk of crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V927000
Manufacturer Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Potential Number of Units Affected 12,871
Summary
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.
Models Affected
HARLEY-DAVIDSON XG500 2016-2019
HARLEY-DAVIDSON XG750 2016-2019
HARLEY-DAVIDSON XG750A 2017-2019
Remedy
Harley-Davidson has notified owners, and dealers will install new front and rear brake calipers, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on January 15, 2019 to notify them of the issue. Owners will receive a second notification when parts are available. 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.