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2001 Harley-Davidson Fxdl problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 4 complaints on file for the 2001 Harley-Davidson Fxdl — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

4

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

2

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

4

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2001 compare to other Fxdl years?

Fxdl NHTSA complaints by model year, 2001 highlighted10 complaints1999: 4 complaints2000: 6 complaints2001: 4 complaints2003: 10 complaints2004: 1 complaints2006: 0 complaints2007: 3 complaints2008: 7 complaints2009: 5 complaints2014: 6 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 1 complaints
Fxdl NHTSA complaints by model year, 2001 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2001 Harley-Davidson Fxdl problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System250%
Lighting125%
Transmission125%

Does the 2001 Harley-Davidson Fxdl have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

01I001000OtherMarch 28, 2001 · 1,009 units

Defect

THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 2001 MODEL DYNA LOW RIDER (FXDL) MOTORCYCLES EQUIPPED WITH JIFFY STAND LEGS WHICH MAY NOT FULLY LOCK IN THE DOWN OR FORWARD POSITION.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION COULD ALLOW THE MOTORCYCLE TO FALL OVER POSIBLE CAUSING IJURY TO THE DRIVER OR A PEDESTRIAN.

Remedy

DEALER WILL INSTALL A REVISED JIFFY STAND LEG FREE OF CHARGE. HARLEY-DAVIDSON HAS DECIDED TO CONDUCT A PRODUCT PROGRAM TO INSTALL A REVISED JIFFY STAND LEG. OWNERS CAN CONTACT HARLEY-DAVIDSON AT 1-414-342-4680, CONCERNING THIS PROGRAM.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“MOTORCYCLE BUMPED FROM BEHIND ON SLICK ROAD. LAYED DOWN ON SIDE HARD ENOUGH FOR TURN SIGNALS ON THE RIGHT SIDE TO BE BROKEN AND SMALL SCRATCH APPROXAMENTLY 1/4-1/2 INCH IN SIZE. WITH A FULL TANK OF GAS ON BOARD. FUEL LINE SEPARATED IN MID LINE LIGHT SIDE OF MOTORCYCLE, POURING FUEL FROM LEAK AND…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · June 1, 2001 · crash · fire

“MOTORCYCLE BUMPED FROM BEHIND ON SLICK ROAD. LAYED DOWN ON SIDE HARD ENOUGH FOR TURN SIGNALS ON THE RIGHT SIDE TO BE BROKEN AND SMALL SCRATCH APPROXAMENTLY 1/4-1/2 INCH IN SIZE. WITH A FULL TANK OF GAS ON BOARD. FUEL LINE SEPARATED IN MID LINE LIGHT SIDE OF MOTORCYCLE, POURING FUEL FROM LEAK AND…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · June 1, 2001 · crash · fire

2001 Harley-Davidson Fxdl — common questions

Is the 2001 Harley-Davidson Fxdl reliable?

The record is thin — 4 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2001 Harley-Davidson Fxdl have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2001 Harley-Davidson Fxdl. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.