2000 Harley-Davidson Sportster Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Sportster years
- Not enough data 1st of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Harley-Davidson Sportster. That is the most of any Sportster model year in the database (11 years). The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (2 complaints, 22%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 9owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2000 Harley-Davidson Sportster 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 22% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 22% | 4,250 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 11% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2000 Harley-Davidson Sportster recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2000 Harley-Davidson Sportster.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Rear view mirror stem failures (PE02083) — opened Nov 12, 2002, closed Feb 26, 2003, led to recall 03V058000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Pe 02-083/rear view mirror stem failures: the left side rear view mirror fell off while driving. Dealer was notified, and informed the consumer that issue was covered under a manufacturer's recall.*ak
Motorcycle can be turned on just by turning on ignition switch without pushing starter button. Dealer was not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak
Engine rocker box gasket was leaking oil while driving, dealer notified. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak
Xl883c model has stalled out several times since date of purchase, usually at 50 mph. Contacted dealer, who is unable to determine problem, consumer is now experiencing gas leaks and feels this vehicle has a manufacturers defect.*ak *tt
Motorcycle has been into dealer 25 times for repairs in the first year of ownership, due to manufacturing design. *ak
Other Harley-Davidson Sportster years
← 1999 Sportster · 2001 Sportster →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 Sportster | 2 | 0 |
| 2007 Sportster | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 Sportster | 4 | 1 |
| 2003 Sportster | 8 | 0 |
| 2002 Sportster | 6 | 0 |
| 2001 Sportster | 6 | 0 |
| 2000 | 9 | 0 |
| 1999 Sportster | 6 | 1 |
| 1998 Sportster | 6 | 0 |
| 1997 Sportster | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 Sportster | 6 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Harley-Davidson Sportster?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, visibility, electrical system problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2000 Harley-Davidson Sportster?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2000 Harley-Davidson Sportster a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Sportster model years, the 2000 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.