Harley-Davidson Electra Glide years to avoid
Across 1967–2004, no single Electra Glide year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 2003 drew the most complaints; 1976 the fewest.
44
Total complaints
6
Recall campaigns
1967–2004
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every Electra Glide year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 10 | 0 | |
| 2003 | 13 | 0 | |
| 2002 | 3 | 0 | |
| 2001 | 5 | 0 | |
| 2000 | 2 | 0 | |
| 1999 | 5 | 0 | |
| 1998 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1997 | 3 | 0 | |
| 1982 | 2 | 0 | |
| 1976 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1975 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1974 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1972 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1971 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1970 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1969 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1968 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1967 | 0 | 2 |
Common questions
What is the best year for the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide?
By complaint volume, 1976 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Electra Glide years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide have?
Across all model years, the Electra Glide has 6 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 44 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 28, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.