2014 Harley-Davidson XL1200C Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 28, 2017 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other XL1200C years
Not enough data 6th of 12 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Harley-Davidson XL1200C. That ranks 6th out of 12 XL1200C model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 8,500 miles. 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 2014 Harley-Davidson XL1200C problems

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

Engine1 · ~8,500 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~8,500 mi
Structure1 · ~8,800 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine150%8,500——
Fuel/propulsion System150%8,500——
Structure150%8,800——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2016, with 1 complaints
2016: 1201612017: 120171

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2014 Harley-Davidson XL1200C recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2014 Harley-Davidson XL1200C.

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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.

Uncontrolled rpm when decelerating. Engine rpm raised on several occasions to 3200 rpm's when all throttle up was removed. Engine kill and restart did not remedy the problem the rpm would not drop until key was turned off. When restarted engine rev's in idle at 1350 rpm 15 minutes then drops to…

Engine · received Aug 28, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11020012

Left side battery cover falls off, have replaced clips from harley davidson but cover still falls off. This is completely distracting while driving and could cause me to crash or hit another vehicle and cause an accident. The dealer has stated that they have done all they can and harley davidson…

Structure · received May 24, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10870541

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Harley-Davidson XL1200C?

Owners most often report engine, fuel/propulsion system, structure problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2014 Harley-Davidson XL1200C?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2014 Harley-Davidson XL1200C a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XL1200C model years, the 2014 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.