Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic Problems by Year
NHTSA has 34 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic, across 5 model years (1998–2002). The 2001 model year has the most complaints (10). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Ultra Classic model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2001 Ultra Classic: 10 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2002 Ultra Classic: 9 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1999 Ultra Classic: 9 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 Ultra Classic problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Power Train | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Ultra Classic | 9 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2001 Ultra Classic | 10 | 0 | — | Power Train | More complaints than other years |
| 2000 Ultra Classic | 4 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 1999 Ultra Classic | 9 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1998 Ultra Classic | 2 | 0 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2001 (10), 2002 (9), 1999 (9). 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 Ultra Classic?
Electrical System, with 10 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.