Harley-Davidson XL1200N Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 14, 2015 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Harley-Davidson XL1200N, across 2 model years (2007–2010). The 2010 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

Peak: 2007, with 1 complaints
2007: 1200712010: 120101

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Harley-Davidson XL1200N years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No XL1200N model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2010 XL1200N: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  2. 2007 XL1200N: 1 complaint, 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 XL1200N problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electrical System110
Power Train110

All Harley-Davidson XL1200N model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2010 XL1200N10—Power Train
2007 XL1200N11—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Harley-Davidson XL1200N years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2010 (1), 2007 (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 XL1200N?

Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson XL1200N have?

1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.