Harley-Davidson XL1200NS Years to Avoid (2026): Worst and Best Years

Harley-Davidson XL1200NS years to avoid

No model year of the Harley-Davidson XL1200NS stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.

Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.

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

Year to avoidFewest complaintsOther years

All model years combined.

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Year	Score	Complaints	Top problem	Typical mileage	Recalls	Crashes
2021	-	1	Steering		2	0

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

What years of the Harley-Davidson XL1200NS should you avoid?

No single model year of the Harley-Davidson XL1200NS has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.

What is the best year for a used Harley-Davidson XL1200NS?

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

What is the most common problem with the Harley-Davidson XL1200NS?

Steering, with 1 complaints.

How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson XL1200NS have?

2 recalls between 2021 and 2021. The 2021 model year has the most, with 2.

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