CarRecallWatchThe 2006 Harley-Davidson XL1200L has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (1 report).
2006 Harley-Davidson XL1200L recalls
Most common 2006 Harley-Davidson XL1200L problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 HARLEY DAVIDSON XL1200 LOW. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MOTORCYCLE ACCELERATED ABOUT 90 MPH WITHOUT WARNING, CAUSING HIS ENGINE TO FAIL. THE DEALER WAS AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND REPAIRED THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED, BUT OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE APPROXIMATELY 25,000. UPDATED 5/9/11 *CN UPDATED 12/29/11 *CN
2006 HARLEY DAVIDSON SPORTSTER TRANSMISSION MADE NOISE AT 556 MILES. *TS WHEN THE CONSUMER WAS PERFORMING MAINTENANCE ON THE MOTORCYCLE, HE DISCOVERED THE TRANSMISSION'S DRAIN PLUG HAD A MAGNET WHICH HAD METAL SHAVINGS STUCK TO IT. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE MOTORCYCLE TO A REPAIR SHOP AND THE MECHANIC TOOK IT FOR A RIDE. THE MECHANIC STATED THE TRANSMISSION WAS EXCESSIVELY NOISY AND IN HIS OPINION THERE WAS SOMETHING WRONG. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE MOTORCYCLE TO WHERE IT WAS PURCHASED TO VOICE HIS AND CONCERNS AND AFTER 2 HOURS OF DIAGNOSTICS, THEY DETERMINED THE METAL SHAVINGS AND THE NOISE WAS NORMAL. THE LEFT TURN SIGNAL WOULD NOT CANCEL. AFTER A FEW MORE DAYS OF RIDING THE BIKE, THE TURN S
2006 Harley-Davidson XL1200L questions
Does the 2006 Harley-Davidson XL1200L have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2006 Harley-Davidson XL1200L: Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Harley-Davidson XL1200L?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (1), Exterior Lighting (1), Vehicle Speed Control (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Harley-Davidson XL1200L has been fixed?
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