VehicleVerdict

Harley-Davidson 1200 years to avoid

Across 1975–2002, no single 1200 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1999 drew the most complaints; 1995 the fewest.

24

Total complaints

5

Recall campaigns

1975–2002

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Every 1200 year

YearComplaintsRecalls
200260
200041
199991
199740
199611
199501
199401
199301
199201
199101
199001
198901
198801
197902
197701
197601
197501

Common questions

What is the best year for the Harley-Davidson 1200?

By complaint volume, 1995 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 1200 years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson 1200 have?

Across all model years, the 1200 has 5 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 24 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.