2016 Harley-Davidson XG500
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Steering is the leading concern among 2 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 2nd highest complaint count among 3 XG500 model years with reports.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
Service brakes, hydraulic, foundation components, disc, caliperDec 21, 2018
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.
Excessive brake drag can increase the risk of crash.
Harley-Davidson has notified owners, and dealers will install new front and rear brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2019. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0174.
Campaign 18V927000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints
2 reports, newest first.
Steering, Jul 19, 2019
AT AROUND 3,000 MILES THE FORK BEARINGS/ STEERING NECK BEARINGS STARTED TO RUST CAUSING THE STEERING TO BECOME CHOPPY OR UNSAFE. THE PROBLEM STARTED AFTER SPENDING ONE RAINY SEASON OUTSIDE, HOWEVER WAS PARKED INDOORS DURING THE WINTER MONTHS.
Steering, Mar 5, 2017
THE FORK BEARINGS RUSTED UP AND BECAME NOTCHY AFTER RIDING IN RAINY WEATHER DURING THE WINTER. THIS CAUSED THE STEERING TO BE JERKY AND UNSTABLE.