2000 Harley-Davidson XL883C Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 21, 2003 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other XL883C years
Not enough data 4th of 6 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2000 Harley-Davidson XL883C. That ranks 4th out of 6 XL883C model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is exterior lighting (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 7,600 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 2000 Harley-Davidson XL883C problems

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

Exterior Lighting1 · ~7,600 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Exterior Lighting1100%7,600——

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

2000 Harley-Davidson XL883C recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2000 Harley-Davidson XL883C.

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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.

I have a 2000 harley davidson xl883c sportster motorcycle. Recently while riding, my rear tail light loosened up and fell off. This is an extremely dangerous situation to be in -- for both the operator of the motorcycle and those driving behind it. This is a common compliant from fellow riders of…

Exterior Lighting · received Feb 21, 2003 · NHTSA complaint 10007961

Other Harley-Davidson XL883C years

2003 XL883C →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2007 XL883C01
2006 XL883C20
2005 XL883C30
2004 XL883C30
2003 XL883C01
200010

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Harley-Davidson XL883C?

Owners most often report exterior lighting problems. The top one, exterior lighting, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2000 Harley-Davidson XL883C?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2000 Harley-Davidson XL883C a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XL883C model years, the 2000 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.