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
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 6 | 0 | |
| 2000 | 4 | 1 | |
| 1999 | 9 | 1 | |
| 1997 | 4 | 0 | |
| 1996 | 1 | 1 | |
| 1995 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1994 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1993 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1992 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1991 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1990 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1989 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1988 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1979 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1977 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1976 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1975 | 0 | 1 |
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 August 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated August 28, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.