Harley-davidson Xg500 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 29, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Harley-Davidson Motor Company recalls 2015 Harley-davidson Xg500, Xg750

Recall number

15V474000

Brand / firm

Harley-davidson

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 10,594 units

Why it was recalled

If there is a poor seal at the fuel pump inlet it can cause interruption to the fuel supply, possibly causing a brief hesitation with the abrupt restoration of power. This abrupt restoration of power can lead to loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain model year 2015 XG500 motorcycles manufactured January 20, 2014, to July 7, 2015, and XG750 motorcycles manufactured May 12, 2014, to July 7, 2015. The fuel pump modules on these motorcycles have a poor seal at the fuel pump inlet.

What to do

Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fuel pump assembly, free of charge. The recall began on August 21, 2015. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-414-343-4056. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0167.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.