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2019 Harley-Davidson Xl883l problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2019 Harley-Davidson Xl883l — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other Xl883l years?

Xl883l NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted1 complaints2007: 1 complaints2013: 1 complaints2019: 0 complaints
Xl883l NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2019 Harley-Davidson Xl883l have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

21V225000LightingMarch 31, 2021 · 31,346 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

A loss of both headlight beams can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

2019 Harley-Davidson Xl883l — common questions

Is the 2019 Harley-Davidson Xl883l reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2019 Harley-Davidson Xl883l have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2019 Harley-Davidson Xl883l. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.