Harley-Davidson Soft Tail Problems by Year
NHTSA has 23 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Harley-Davidson Soft Tail, across 1 model years (2009–2009). The 2009 model year has the most complaints (23). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Harley-Davidson Soft Tail years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Soft Tail model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2009 Soft Tail: 23 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 Soft Tail problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Harley-Davidson Soft Tail model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Soft Tail | 23 | 0 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Harley-Davidson Soft Tail years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2009 (23). 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 Soft Tail?
Electrical System, with 6 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson Soft Tail have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.