Harley-Davidson Harley Davidson years to avoid
Across 1982–2003, no single Harley Davidson year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 2000 drew the most complaints; 1988 the fewest.
129
Total complaints
5
Recall campaigns
1982–2003
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every Harley Davidson year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 10 | 0 | |
| 2002 | 8 | 0 | |
| 2001 | 3 | 1 | |
| 2000 | 22 | 0 | |
| 1999 | 14 | 0 | |
| 1998 | 9 | 0 | |
| 1997 | 12 | 0 | |
| 1996 | 12 | 0 | |
| 1995 | 13 | 0 | |
| 1994 | 8 | 0 | |
| 1993 | 6 | 1 | |
| 1992 | 3 | 1 | |
| 1991 | 3 | 2 | |
| 1990 | 1 | 1 | |
| 1988 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1987 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1986 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1985 | 2 | 0 | |
| 1984 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1983 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1982 | 1 | 0 |
Common questions
What is the best year for the Harley-Davidson Harley Davidson?
By complaint volume, 1988 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Harley Davidson years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson Harley Davidson have?
Across all model years, the Harley Davidson has 5 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 129 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.