2012 Harley-Davidson Fxdb Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 18, 2020 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Fxdb years
Not enough data 4th of 8 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Harley-Davidson Fxdb. That ranks 4th out of 8 Fxdb model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 3,522 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 2012 Harley-Davidson Fxdb problems

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

Engine1 · ~3,522 mi
Exterior Lighting1 · ~13,000 mi
Structure1 · ~13,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine150%3,522——
Exterior Lighting150%13,000——
Structure150%13,000——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2014, with 1 complaints
2014: 1201412020: 120201

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2012 Harley-Davidson Fxdb recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2012 Harley-Davidson Fxdb.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Harley davidson dyna street bob model years 2011 and 2012 has a chrome tail light assembly that sticks up off of rear fender. The bracket on the underside supporting the tail light assembly is just about the same width as the tail light assembly itself. When in motion and with the associated…

Structure · received Dec 18, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11384055

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 harley davidson fxdb motorcycle. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. There was a loud, ticking noise from the engine in addition to an error message appeared on the screen. The motorcycle was taken to the dealer several times for the failure. The dealer…

Engine · received Mar 28, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10575407

Other Harley-Davidson Fxdb years

← 2010 Fxdb · 2013 Fxdb →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2016 Fxdb20
2015 Fxdb20
2013 Fxdb10
201220
2010 Fxdb10
2009 Fxdb172
2008 Fxdb41
2007 Fxdb31

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Harley-Davidson Fxdb?

Owners most often report engine, exterior lighting, structure problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2012 Harley-Davidson Fxdb?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2012 Harley-Davidson Fxdb a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Fxdb model years, the 2012 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.