2012 Harley-Davidson Fxdf Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Fxdf years
- Not enough data 2nd of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Harley-Davidson Fxdf. That ranks 2nd out of 7 Fxdf model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 62,011 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 Harley-Davidson Fxdf 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 2 | 100% | 62,011 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 50% | 62,011 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 Harley-Davidson Fxdf recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2012 Harley-Davidson Fxdf.
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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.
The front brakes on my Fat Bob do not work due to the ABS module failing. The brake lever is near impossible to squeeze and does not provide any stopping power.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 harley-davidson fxdf. The contact heard an abnormal noise and noticed that the pipe was only mounted to the headers. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they diagnosed that the bolts detached from the pipes near the mounting bracket. The vehicle was…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Harley-Davidson Fxdf?
Owners most often report service brakes, electrical system problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Harley-Davidson Fxdf?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2012 Harley-Davidson Fxdf a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Fxdf model years, the 2012 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.