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Harley-Davidson FXDB years to avoid, worst and best years

Owners have filed 32 complaints about the Harley-Davidson FXDB since 2007, and 4 recalls have been issued. The 2009 model year has 17 complaints, more than any other year, led by engine and brakes problems.

No year stands outAll years close to typical
Owner complaints
32
Recalls
4
Worst year
2009
Warranty extensions
5
Model years
2007-2016

Harley-Davidson FXDB years to avoid

No model year of the Harley-Davidson FXDB stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.

Best Harley-Davidson FXDB years

Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.

Harley-Davidson FXDB complaints by model year

Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.

20072008200920102012201320152016

How we calculate this

Year to avoidFewest complaintsOther years

Most common Harley-Davidson FXDB problems

All model years combined.

  • Brakes
    7
  • Tires
    5
  • Engine
    5
  • Suspension
    4
  • Transmission
    3
  • Fuel system
    3
  • Wheels
    2
  • Steering
    2
  • Body
    2
  • Acceleration
    2
  • Lights
    1
  • Electrical
    1

Harley-Davidson FXDB problems year by year

Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.

YearScoreComplaintsTop problemTypical mileageRecallsCrashes
2016-2Acceleration00
2015-2Brakes00
2013-1Brakes00
2012-2Body00
2010-1Brakes00
2009-17Engine6,00022
2008-4Tires10
2007-3Brakes10

Recalls 4

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Harley-Davidson FXDB warranty extensions

Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.

Questions about the Harley-Davidson FXDB

What years of the Harley-Davidson FXDB should you avoid?

No single model year of the Harley-Davidson FXDB has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.

What is the best year for a used Harley-Davidson FXDB?

There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.

What is the most common problem with the Harley-Davidson FXDB?

Brakes, with 7 complaints across all years, followed by tires (5) and engine (5).

How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson FXDB have?

4 recalls between 2007 and 2016. The 2009 model year has the most, with 2.

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