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Harley-Davidson XL1200CX years to avoid, worst and best years

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the Harley-Davidson XL1200CX since 2016, and 1 recall has been issued. The 2016 model year has 1 complaints, more than any other year, led by electrical and engine problems.

No year stands outAll years close to typical
Owner complaints
2
Recalls
1
Worst year
2016
Warranty extensions
5
Model years
2016-2017

Harley-Davidson XL1200CX years to avoid

No model year of the Harley-Davidson XL1200CX stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.

Best Harley-Davidson XL1200CX years

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Harley-Davidson XL1200CX complaints by model year

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

20162017

How we calculate this

Year to avoidFewest complaintsOther years

Most common Harley-Davidson XL1200CX problems

All model years combined.

  • Engine
    2
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Electrical
    1

Harley-Davidson XL1200CX problems year by year

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

YearScoreComplaintsTop problemTypical mileageRecallsCrashes
2017-1Engine00
2016-1Electrical00

Recalls 1

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Harley-Davidson XL1200CX 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 XL1200CX

What years of the Harley-Davidson XL1200CX should you avoid?

No single model year of the Harley-Davidson XL1200CX has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.

What is the best year for a used Harley-Davidson XL1200CX?

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

What is the most common problem with the Harley-Davidson XL1200CX?

Engine, with 2 complaints across all years, followed by fuel system (1) and electrical (1).

How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson XL1200CX have?

1 recall between 2016 and 2017. The 2020 model year has the most, with 1.

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