2019 Harley-Davidson XG500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 13, 2021 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other XG500 years
Not enough data 3rd of 5 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2019 Harley-Davidson XG500. That ranks 3rd out of 5 XG500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 300 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2019 Harley-Davidson XG500 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~300 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel/propulsion System1100%300——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2019 Harley-Davidson XG500 recalls (1)

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Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliperDec 21, 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V927000 · 12,871 vehicles

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.

Under moderate to heavy braking, with the fuel tank between 3/4 and full, fuel leaks from the underside and puddles under the bike. Dealership staff says that this is normal.

Fuel/propulsion System · received Apr 13, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11407932

Other Harley-Davidson XG500 years

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YearComplaintsRecalls
201911
2018 XG50001
2017 XG50001
2016 XG50021
2015 XG500113

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Harley-Davidson XG500?

Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2019 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 2019 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 2019 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.