Harley-Davidson FXS Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 7, 2013 · 8 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 8 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Harley-Davidson FXS, across 2 model years (2011–2012). The 2011 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is exterior lighting.

Peak: 2011, with 5 complaints
2011: 5201152012: 320123

n = 8 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Harley-Davidson FXS years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No FXS model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2011 FXS: 5 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 2012 FXS: 3 complaints, 0 recalls

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 FXS problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Exterior Lighting820
Electrical System220
Service Brakes110

All Harley-Davidson FXS model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2012 FXS30—Exterior Lighting
2011 FXS50—Exterior Lighting

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Frequently asked questions

Which Harley-Davidson FXS years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2011 (5), 2012 (3). 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 FXS?

Exterior Lighting, with 8 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson FXS have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.