Pe 02-083/rear view mirror stem failures: the left side rear view mirror fell off while driving. Dealer was notified, and informed the consumer that issue was covered under a manufacturer's recall.
The worst 2000 Harley-Davidson Sportster problems
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- Engine2
- Visibility2
- Electrical1
- Fuel system1
- Lights1
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- Engine2
- Visibility2
- Electrical1
- Fuel system1
- Lights1
- Suspension1
- Transmission1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Defect investigations
Rear view mirror stem failures
Prompted by the referenced owner complaint, odi opened this pe after determining that harley davidson dealers had frequently replaced the original equipment (oe) mirrors on 2002 sportster 1200 custom model motorcycles because of stem fractures on the mirror assembly.the stembeing the tubular structure which connects the actual mirror head assembly to the motorcycle.the single crash allegation has not been confirmed.of the two injuries, one occurred when the separated mirror struck the operator.the other occurred during the unconfirmed crash. Subsequently, harley davidson notified the agency that it was recalling the subject motorcycles to address the stem failures.
PE02083
Technical service bulletins for the 2000 Harley-Davidson Sportster 1
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What 2000 Harley-Davidson Sportster owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Motorcycle can be turned on just by turning on ignition switch without pushing starter button. Dealer was not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information.
Engine rocker box gasket was leaking oil while driving, dealer notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
Xl883c model has stalled out several times since date of purchase, usually at 50 MPH. Contacted dealer, who is unable to determine problem, consumer is now experiencing gas leaks and feels this vehicle has a manufacturers defect.*ak
Motorcycle has been into dealer 25 times for repairs in the first year of ownership, due to manufacturing design.
The tail light fell off and was hanging by the wire, leaving no rear tail or brake light visable.
Intermittently there is a neutral position between all gears. Motorcycle has been to the dealership 6 times for this problem. Dealership could not duplicate this probelm, nothing could be done. *ak
R side mirror broke upon acceleration from a turn. Mirrors on this bike are a known problem.
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Questions about the 2000 Harley-Davidson Sportster
Is the 2000 Harley-Davidson Sportster reliable?
Owners have filed 9 complaints about the 2000 Harley-Davidson Sportster, 1.5 times a typical Sportster model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Harley-Davidson Sportster?
Engine and cooling, with 2 complaints. Next is visibility (2).
How many recalls does the 2000 Harley-Davidson Sportster have?
No recalls on record.
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