Harley-Davidson Touring Problems by Year
NHTSA has 23 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Harley-Davidson Touring, across 4 model years (2004–2017). The 2005 model year has the most complaints (14). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Harley-Davidson Touring years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Touring year: 2005. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2005 Touring: 14 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2004 Touring: 6 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2010 Touring: 2 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 Touring problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 9 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Harley-Davidson Touring model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Touring | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2010 Touring | 2 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2005 Touring | 14 | 2 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2004 Touring | 6 | 0 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Harley-Davidson Touring years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2005 (14) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Touring year. 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 Touring?
Electrical System, with 9 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson Touring have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.