2011 Harley-Davidson Trike Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 7, 2011 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Trike years
Not enough data 2nd of 4 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Harley-Davidson Trike. That ranks 2nd out of 4 Trike model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 140 miles. Complaints mention 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2011 Harley-Davidson Trike problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine and Engine Cooling2 · ~140 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling2100%140——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2011 Harley-Davidson Trike recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2011 Harley-Davidson Trike.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Excessive heat comming off the exhaust pipes that burn the skin on my calfs. This occurs in a very short time of riding, usually in about ten minutes into a ride. I have had the dealer wrap the exhaust with heat deflecting wrap, which has not helped the problem. Each time i ride, i have heat burns…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Aug 7, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10417847

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 harley davidson trike. The contact stated that the vehicle was running hot. The pipe where the catalytic converter was located caused second degree burns to his leg. The dealer advised the contact that the vehicle was operating as designed; however, they did inspect the…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Aug 1, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10416522

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YearComplaintsRecalls
2018 Trike10
2017 Trike60
2014 Trike11
201120

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Harley-Davidson Trike?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Harley-Davidson Trike?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2011 Harley-Davidson Trike a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Trike model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.