Harley-Davidson XL years to avoid
No model year of the Harley-Davidson XL stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Harley-Davidson XL years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Harley-Davidson XL complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Harley-Davidson XL problems
All model years combined.
- Visibility2
- Suspension1
- Locks1
- Lights1
- Fuel system1
- Electrical1
Harley-Davidson XL problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | - | 3 | Fuel system | 1 | 0 | ||
| 1999 | - | 2 | Visibility | 0 | 0 | ||
| 1998 | - | 2 | Electrical | 0 | 0 |
Recalls 4
Questions about the Harley-Davidson XL
What years of the Harley-Davidson XL should you avoid?
No single model year of the Harley-Davidson XL has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Harley-Davidson XL?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Harley-Davidson XL?
Visibility, with 2 complaints across all years, followed by suspension (1) and locks (1).
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson XL have?
4 recalls between 1998 and 2005. The 1990 model year has the most, with 2.
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