Harley-Davidson XL1200L Problems by Year
NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Harley-Davidson XL1200L, across 2 model years (2006–2007). The 2007 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Harley-Davidson XL1200L years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No XL1200L model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2007 XL1200L: 5 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2006 XL1200L: 2 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 XL1200L problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Harley-Davidson XL1200L model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 XL1200L | 5 | 3 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2006 XL1200L | 2 | 1 | — | Exterior Lighting |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Harley-Davidson XL1200L years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2007 (5), 2006 (2). 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 XL1200L?
Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson XL1200L have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.