Harley-Davidson XL883N years to avoid
No model year of the Harley-Davidson XL883N stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Harley-Davidson XL883N years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Harley-Davidson XL883N 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 XL883N problems
All model years combined.
- Electrical3
- Brakes2
- Transmission1
- Lights1
- Fuel system1
- Engine1
- Acceleration1
Harley-Davidson XL883N problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | - | 2 | Acceleration | 2 | 1 | ||
| 2020 | - | 1 | Transmission | 1 | 0 | ||
| 2019 | - | 2 | Electrical | 1 | 0 | ||
| 2017 | - | 1 | Brakes | 0 | 1 | ||
| 2016 | - | 1 | Lights | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2012 | - | 2 | Electrical | 0 | 0 |
Recalls 2
Harley-Davidson XL883N warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
- TIRE TREAD DEPTH GUIDE-UPDATE. PURPOSE: [Revision C. Updated: Tire Tread Depth Guide
- Battery warranty guidelines
- BATTERY WARRANTY GUIDELINES. PURPOSE: [Revision F. Added: Added video link for the DCA-8000 Battery Tester
- TIRE TREAD DEPTH GUIDE-UPDATE. PURPOSE: [Revision B. Updated: Tire Tread Depth Guide
- Battery warranty guidelines
Questions about the Harley-Davidson XL883N
What years of the Harley-Davidson XL883N should you avoid?
No single model year of the Harley-Davidson XL883N has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Harley-Davidson XL883N?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Harley-Davidson XL883N?
Electrical, with 3 complaints across all years, followed by brakes (2) and transmission (1).
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson XL883N have?
2 recalls between 2012 and 2021. The 2021 model year has the most, with 2.
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