2016 Harley-Davidson XG500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XG500 years
- Not enough data 2nd of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Harley-Davidson XG500. That ranks 2nd out of 5 XG500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 4,173 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 Harley-Davidson XG500 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 2 | 100% | 4,173 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2016 Harley-Davidson XG500 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
Problem: 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.
Risk: Excessive brake drag can increase the risk of crash.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
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.
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.
Other Harley-Davidson XG500 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 XG500 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 XG500 | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 XG500 | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 | 2 | 1 |
| 2015 XG500 | 11 | 3 |
See all Harley-Davidson XG500 problems by year, every Harley-Davidson model, or the Harley-Davidson VIN decoder.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Harley-Davidson XG500?
Owners most often report steering problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2016 Harley-Davidson XG500?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2016 Harley-Davidson XG500 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XG500 model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.