2006 Harley-Davidson XL883 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 22, 2005 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other XL883 years
Not enough data 5th of 9 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2006 Harley-Davidson XL883. That ranks 5th out of 9 XL883 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 1,400 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 2006 Harley-Davidson XL883 problems

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

Engine and Engine Cooling1 · ~1,400 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling1100%1,400——

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

2006 Harley-Davidson XL883 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2006 Harley-Davidson XL883.

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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.

12/20/2005harley-davidson customer service 3700 w. Juneau avenue milwaukee, wi 53208. *nm dear sirs, on 13 november of this year i bought a 2006 xl883. Three days after i bought the bike i took it to the dealer to have a 2nd seat installed, at that time i commented on a backfiring that was…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Dec 22, 2005 · NHTSA complaint 10145907

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Harley-Davidson XL883?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2006 Harley-Davidson XL883?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2006 Harley-Davidson XL883 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XL883 model years, the 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.