2003 Harley-Davidson XL1200S Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2003 Harley-Davidson XL1200S has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Equipment (1 report).

1Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your XL1200S?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2003 Harley-Davidson XL1200S recalls

Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights

Recall 04V218May 7, 200431,070 vehicles affected

Most common 2003 Harley-Davidson XL1200S problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Equipment1

What owners report

2007-05-29, Equipment
THE HOUSING THAT HOLDS THE TACH AND SPEEDOMETER IS DEFECTIVELY DESIGNED OR CAST AND METAL FATIGUE CAUSES THE BRACKET TO SEPARATE WHERE IT IS BOLTED TO THE FRAME. THE TACH/SPEEDO UNIT THEN CAN FALL FREE FROM THE BIKE- A VERY DANGEROUS EVENT AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. IN 7500 MILES THE HOUSING HAS FAILED TWICE. *TR

2003 Harley-Davidson XL1200S questions

Does the 2003 Harley-Davidson XL1200S have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2003 Harley-Davidson XL1200S: Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Harley-Davidson XL1200S?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Equipment (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2003 Harley-Davidson XL1200S has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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