Harley-Davidson XL1200CX Problems by Year
NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Harley-Davidson XL1200CX, across 4 model years (2016–2020). The 2017 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Harley-Davidson XL1200CX years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No XL1200CX model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2017 XL1200CX: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2016 XL1200CX: 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 XL1200CX problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Harley-Davidson XL1200CX model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 XL1200CX | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2019 XL1200CX | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2017 XL1200CX | 1 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2016 XL1200CX | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Harley-Davidson XL1200CX years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2017 (1), 2016 (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 XL1200CX?
Engine, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson XL1200CX have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.