Harley-Davidson Fxdl Problems by Year
NHTSA has 33 owner complaints and 10 safety recalls on file for the Harley-Davidson Fxdl, across 12 model years (1999–2016). The 2003 model year has the most complaints (7). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Harley-Davidson Fxdl years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Fxdl model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2003 Fxdl: 7 complaints, 1 recall
- 2008 Fxdl: 6 complaints, 1 recall
- 2009 Fxdl: 5 complaints, 2 recalls
Model years with the fewest 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 Fxdl problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 6 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 5 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Power Train | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| Engine | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Harley-Davidson Fxdl model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Fxdl | 1 | 1 | — | Wheels | |
| 2015 Fxdl | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2014 Fxdl | 3 | 2 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2009 Fxdl | 5 | 2 | — | Power Train | |
| 2008 Fxdl | 6 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2007 Fxdl | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2006 Fxdl | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2004 Fxdl | 1 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2003 Fxdl | 7 | 1 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2001 Fxdl | 3 | 0 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2000 Fxdl | 3 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1999 Fxdl | 3 | 2 | — | Engine |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Harley-Davidson Fxdl years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2003 (7), 2008 (6), 2009 (5). 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 Fxdl?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 8 complaints across 6 model years.
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson Fxdl have?
10 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.