Harley-Davidson FX Problems by Year
NHTSA has 5 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Harley-Davidson FX, across 5 model years (1995–2000). The 1997 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Harley-Davidson FX years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No FX model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Harley-Davidson FX problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Harley-Davidson FX model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 FX | 1 | 0 | — | Suspension | |
| 1998 FX | 1 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1997 FX | 2 | 1 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 1996 FX | 1 | 2 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1995 FX | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Harley-Davidson FX years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1997 (2), 2000 (1), 1998 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Harley-Davidson FX?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson FX have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.