There have been 6 safety recalls for the Harley-davidson Xl Series. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Harley-davidson Xl Series.
Such fractures might result in loss of right sidefootrest and will hinder the ability of the rider to control the function of the rear brakes.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1991 Harley-davidson Xl Series |
| Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Recall Summary: Right side footrest mounts may fracture if subjected to heavy impact loads, such as when a parked motorcycle falls on its right side. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If this condition exists, the cable might overheat,possibly to a degree which might cause a vehicle fire.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1989 Harley-davidson Xl Series |
| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES |
| Recall Summary: The positive battery cable could develop a short circuit due to excessive wear and chafing if routed in a certain position. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
Hub and rim could separate creating handling problemswhich could result in loss of control.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1987 Harley-davidson Fxr Series, 1987 Harley-davidson Xl Series |
| Component: WHEELS |
| Recall Summary: Cracks in front and rear wheels could develop and continue through wheel spokes. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Recalled Vehicles: 1987 Harley-davidson Xl Series |
| Component: POWER TRAIN |
| Recall Summary: A piece of gear could break at the mainshaft first gear in the transmission case. Consequence of defect: if gear tooth becomes lodged between transmission gears, drive train and rear wheel could lock up possibly resulting in an accident. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Recalled Vehicles: 1984 Harley-davidson Xl Series |
| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR |
| Recall Summary: Parts in the alternator may break off and cause the alternator to stop functioning, which will allow the vehicle to operate only until the battery is exhausted. Also, sheared alternator mounting bolts may cause the drive train and rear wheel to lock up. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Oct. 16, 1990 | Unknown Or Other | 3,269 |
| May. 2, 1989 | Electrical System:battery:cables | 5,439 |
| Aug. 14, 1987 | Wheel | 13,303 |
| Nov. 13, 1986 | Power Train | 2,829 |
| May. 2, 1984 | Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator | 2,417 |
| May. 4, 1982 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper | 11,714 |
| Model | # Recalls |
|---|---|
| 1991 Harley-davidson Xl Series | 1 |
| 1989 Harley-davidson Xl Series | 1 |
| 1987 Harley-davidson Xl Series | 2 |
| 1984 Harley-davidson Xl Series | 1 |
| 1982 Harley-davidson Xl Series | 1 |