2013 Harley-Davidson Vrscf Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 3, 2021 · 4 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Vrscf years
Not enough data 3rd of 8 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Harley-Davidson Vrscf. That ranks 3rd out of 8 Vrscf model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (3 complaints, 75%), typically at around 9,001 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 2 injuries. 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 2013 Harley-Davidson Vrscf problems

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

Service Brakes3 · ~9,001 mi
Electrical System1 · ~7,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~7,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes375%9,001——
Electrical System125%7,000——
Fuel/propulsion System125%7,000——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2015, with 1 complaints
2015: 1201512016: 1201612018: 1201812021: 120211

n = 4 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2013 Harley-Davidson Vrscf recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2013 Harley-Davidson Vrscf.

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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.

Motorcycle front brake lever got stiff while riding, making the front brakes inoperative, and not allowing brake lever to depress, fluids are in good condition and no signs of leak was detected, rear brake works fine but this could be a fatality involving a serious brake failure

Service Brakes · received Oct 3, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11435265

Front brake locked up abs hydraulic control unit valve has become impaired and stopped working $780 repair

Service Brakes · received Jun 5, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11100069

A brake line from the abs module is installed such that it rubs on a radiator hose causing the brake line to abrade and cause the loss of fluid. This condition results in the loss of rear braking. In my instance the loss of braking was noticed when coming to a stop. No accident was caused but i…

Service Brakes · received Aug 23, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10897852

I have the same fuel gauge issue as all other owners of v-rods. The gauge will not read properly and has left me in traffic and stranded several times on the side of the road. This has happened several times and harley has still to fix it.

Electrical System · received Dec 7, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10808939

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Harley-Davidson Vrscf?

Owners most often report service brakes, electrical system, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2013 Harley-Davidson Vrscf?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2013 Harley-Davidson Vrscf a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Vrscf model years, the 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.