Harley-Davidson Vrsca Problems by Year
NHTSA has 33 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Harley-Davidson Vrsca, across 5 model years (2002–2007). The 2002 model year has the most complaints (13). The most reported problem area overall is fuel system, gasoline.
Harley-Davidson Vrsca years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Vrsca year: 2002. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2002 Vrsca: 13 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2003 Vrsca: 9 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2006 Vrsca: 7 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 Vrsca problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Harley-Davidson Vrsca model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Vrsca | 2 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2006 Vrsca | 7 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2004 Vrsca | 2 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2003 Vrsca | 9 | 0 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2002 Vrsca | 13 | 0 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Harley-Davidson Vrsca years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2002 (13) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Vrsca 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 Vrsca?
Fuel System, Gasoline, with 9 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson Vrsca have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.