Harley-Davidson Vrscf Problems by Year
NHTSA has 34 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Harley-Davidson Vrscf, across 8 model years (2009–2016). The 2009 model year has the most complaints (11). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes.
Harley-Davidson Vrscf years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Vrscf year: 2009. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2009 Vrscf: 11 complaints, 1 recall
- 2011 Vrscf: 5 complaints, 1 recall
- 2014 Vrscf: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2012 Vrscf: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2015 Vrscf: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2010 Vrscf: 3 complaints, 1 recall
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 Vrscf problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 19 | 8 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 4 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 5 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Harley-Davidson Vrscf model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Vrscf | 3 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2015 Vrscf | 2 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2014 Vrscf | 4 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2013 Vrscf | 4 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2012 Vrscf | 2 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2011 Vrscf | 5 | 1 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2010 Vrscf | 3 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2009 Vrscf | 11 | 1 | — | Service Brakes | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Harley-Davidson Vrscf years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2009 (11) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Vrscf 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 Vrscf?
Service Brakes, with 19 complaints across 8 model years.
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson Vrscf have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.