2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200NS Complaints and Recall Information

The 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200NS has 0 complaints and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to labels and lighting components based on recall data. There are no recorded owner complaints available through NHTSA for this model.

There are five recalls affecting this motorcycle. The recalls cover components including brake system labels and headlight bulbs. These involve safety-related equipment that could impact brake maintenance and nighttime visibility.

• Brake fluid warning labels. NHTSA recall 22V160000 affects 4177 motorcycles. The warning labels on brake fluid reservoir caps may detach, leading to improper brake system maintenance. This defect violates Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 122. Harley-Davidson is mailing replacement labels and dealers will inspect and replace labels free of charge.
• Brake fluid label compliance. Same recall number 22V160000 and affected vehicles as above. The missing labels compromise compliance with braking system standards and increase crash risk. Owner notification letters were sent April 4, 2022.
• Headlight bulb failure. Recall 21V225000 covers 31346 motorcycles and 796 replacement headlight assemblies. The glass bulb inside the headlamp may fail, causing loss of both high and low beams. This reduces rider visibility and elevates crash risk. Dealers will install a headlamp bulb shield at no cost to owners. Notification began April 15, 2021.

Owners who face repeated repairs or ongoing recall issues with safety-critical components may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting legal resources for guidance regarding unresolved defects or multiple recall notifications is advisable.