Harley-Davidson XL Series Problems by Year
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Harley-Davidson XL Series, across 2 model years (1995–1999). The 1999 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is steering.
Harley-Davidson XL Series years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No XL Series model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1999 XL Series: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1995 XL Series: 1 complaint, 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 XL Series problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Harley-Davidson XL Series model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 XL Series | 2 | 0 | — | Steering | |
| 1995 XL Series | 1 | 0 | — | Wheels |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Harley-Davidson XL Series years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1999 (2), 1995 (1). 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 XL Series?
Steering, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson XL Series have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.