VehicleVerdict

Harley-Davidson Xl1000 years to avoid

Across 1973–1977, no single Xl1000 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1977 drew the most complaints; 1977 the fewest.

0

Total complaints

7

Recall campaigns

1973–1977

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Harley-Davidson Xl1000 NHTSA complaints by model year1 complaints1973: 0 complaints1975: 0 complaints1976: 0 complaints1977: 0 complaints
Harley-Davidson Xl1000 NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every Xl1000 year

YearComplaintsRecalls
197701
197601
197501
197304

Common questions

What is the best year for the Harley-Davidson Xl1000?

By complaint volume, 1977 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Xl1000 years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson Xl1000 have?

Across all model years, the Xl1000 has 7 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 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.