HARLEY-DAVIDSON 2020 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200NS Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2020 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200NS
Brand
HARLEY-DAVIDSON
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2020
Harley-Davidson Motor Company is recalling certain 2020 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200NS vehicles due to exterior lighting:headlights:bulbs issues. A loss of both headlight beams can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A loss of both headlight beams can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026