6
recalls
The Harley-Davidson XL Series has 6 recalls covering 38,971 vehicles as reported; model year 1987 is covered by the most (2).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
6
Most for 1987: 2
Units affected
39K
As reported
Overall stars
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Not rated
Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Harley-Davidson XL Series by component
- Electrical system2 · 7,856 units
- Power train1 · 2,829 units
- Service brakes, hydraulic1 · 12K units
- Unknown or other1 · 3,269 units
- Wheels1 · 13K units
Harley-Davidson XL Series recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 1990 | HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL Series (1991): Unknown or otherNo. 90V182000 | Falls | 3,269 |
| May 2, 1989 | HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL Series (1989): Electrical systemNo. 89V069000 | Fire | 5,439 |
| Aug 14, 1987 | HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXR Series, XL Series (1987): WheelsNo. 87V129000 | Crash risk | 13,303 |
| Nov 13, 1986 | HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL Series (1987): Power trainNo. 86V153000 | Crash risk | 2,829 |
| May 2, 1984 | HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL Series (1984): Electrical systemNo. 84V056000 | Other or not stated | 2,417 |
| May 4, 1982 | HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXR Series, XL Series (1982): Service brakes, hydraulicNo. 82V044000 | Other or not stated | 11,714 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1991 Harley-Davidson XL Series recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1991 Harley-Davidson XL Series. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson XL Series have?
6 recalls cover the Harley-Davidson XL Series, for 38,971 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is electrical system (2 recalls).
What do owners complain about most on the Harley-Davidson XL Series?
Electrical system: named in 1 of the 5 safety complaints about the Harley-Davidson XL Series, then engine and engine cooling (1). One complaint can name several components.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.