MYRModel Year Report

2016 Harley-Davidson XG750

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2016 Harley-Davidson XG750
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:41:01.948Z

Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Harley-Davidson XG750 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2016 highlighted. 2015: 79 complaints 2015 2016: 6 complaints 2016 2017: 2 complaints 2017 2018: 1 complaints 2018 2019: 0 complaints 2019
2016: 6 complaints
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YearComplaints
201579
20166
20172
20181
20190

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

4 of 6 total reports mention: service brakes.

CRASH INJURY DEATH
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MY SON DRIVING THIS MOTORCYCLE WAS CUT OFF BY ANOTHER DRIVER. THE REAR BRAKES APPEARED TO HAVE LOCKED UP. THIS RESULTED IN A FATALITY- MY SON WAS KILLED. WE JUST GOT NOTICE THAT THERE IS A RECALL FOR THIS BRAKE ISSUE AND THERE IS NO REPAIR AVAILABLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190621

ENGINE

2 of 6 total reports mention: engine.

INJURY
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EXHAUST SYSTEM BURN HAZARD. THE EXHAUST SYSTEM HAS AN INEFFECTIVE HEAT SHIELD FOR THE RIGHT SIDE FOOT/LEG AREA. THE HEAT SHIELD REACHES TEMPERATURES OVER 250 DEGREES IN UNDER 30 SECONDS FROM SHUTTING OFF THE ENGINE OR SETTING AT LONG STOPLIGHTS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160617

MY STREET 750 HAD FUEL PUMP ISSUES, CULMINATING WITH A FAILURE TO START UNLESS THE THROTTLE WAS HELD WIDE OPEN, AND WHEN RUNNING, THE ENGINE WOULD SURGE AND DROP IN POWER UNPREDICTABLY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20181107

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 of 6 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

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MY STREET 750 HAD FUEL PUMP ISSUES, CULMINATING WITH A FAILURE TO START UNLESS THE THROTTLE WAS HELD WIDE OPEN, AND WHEN RUNNING, THE ENGINE WOULD SURGE AND DROP IN POWER UNPREDICTABLY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20181107

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20190409 — service brakes, hydraulic

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Street 500 (XG500), Street 750 (XG750), and 2017-2019 Street 750A (XG750A) motorcycles.

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 18V927000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2016 Harley-Davidson XG750 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 18V927000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2016 Harley-Davidson XG750 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Harley-Davidson XG750?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2016 Harley-Davidson XG750 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.