2020 Harley-Davidson XL883N Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XL883N years
- Not enough data 4th of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2020 Harley-Davidson XL883N. That ranks 4th out of 7 XL883N model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 2,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2020 Harley-Davidson XL883N 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 | 100% | 2,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2020 Harley-Davidson XL883N recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Exterior lighting:headlights:bulbs
Problem: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Sportster (XL) motorcycles and 796 headlight assemblies that may have been sold as replacement parts for 2005-2019 Sportster, 2005-2017 Softail, 2005-2017 Dyna, and 2005-2011 V-Rod motorcycles. The glass bulb within the headlight assembly may fail, causing a loss of both high and low beams.
Risk: A loss of both headlight beams can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will install a headlamp bulb shield, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2021. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0177.
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.
The contact owns a 2020 Harley Davidson 883 Ironhorse. The contact stated that there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the motorcycle. The contact stated while riding the motorcycle, the transmission slipped out of gear. The contact called the local dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed…
Other Harley-Davidson XL883N years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 XL883N | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 XL883N | 2 | 2 |
| 2020 | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 XL883N | 2 | 1 |
| 2017 XL883N | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 XL883N | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 XL883N | 2 | 0 |
See all Harley-Davidson XL883N 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 2020 Harley-Davidson XL883N?
Owners most often report power train problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2020 Harley-Davidson XL883N?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2020 Harley-Davidson XL883N a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XL883N model years, the 2020 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.