2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200CX — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
3
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
2
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200CX
The 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200CX has received a total of 3 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by Harley-Davidson Motor Company for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (1 complaint), Engine (1 complaint), and Fuelpropulsion System (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200CX
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200CX. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200CX
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200CX. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
AS I EXITED THE FREEWAY, I APPROACHED A RED LIGHT AND THE ROADSTER JUST SHUT OFF AND THE BIKE SEIZED. HAD I NOT QUICKLY PRESSED THE CLUTCH I WOULD'VE LOST CONTROL. THEN THE OIL PRESSURE LIGHT, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, AND THE SECURITY LIGHTS TURNED ON. I TRIED TO TURN THE MOTORCYCLE ON AND IT WAS HAVING TROUBLE STARTING. IT FINALLY STARTED BUT AS SOON AS I WOULD THROTTLE THE ACCELERATOR THE MOTORCYCLE WOULD SHUT OFF. THE BIKE CONTINUED TO HAVE THE INDICATOR LIGHTS ON. WHEN I DID TURN THE MOTORCYCLE ON IT WOULD STALL VIOLENTLY AND THEN SHUT OFF. THE MOTORCYCLE HAS BEEN SERVICED AND HAD BRAND NEW GAS AS WELL AS A NEW BATTERY. I AM HAVING THE MOTORCYCLE INSPECTED BY HARLEY BUT THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ME WITH THIS SAME MOTORCYCLE.
AS I EXITED THE FREEWAY, I APPROACHED A RED LIGHT AND THE ROADSTER JUST SHUT OFF AND THE BIKE SEIZED. HAD I NOT QUICKLY PRESSED THE CLUTCH I WOULD'VE LOST CONTROL. THEN THE OIL PRESSURE LIGHT, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, AND THE SECURITY LIGHTS TURNED ON. I TRIED TO TURN THE MOTORCYCLE ON AND IT WAS HAVING TROUBLE STARTING. IT FINALLY STARTED BUT AS SOON AS I WOULD THROTTLE THE ACCELERATOR THE MOTORCYCLE WOULD SHUT OFF. THE BIKE CONTINUED TO HAVE THE INDICATOR LIGHTS ON. WHEN I DID TURN THE MOTORCYCLE ON IT WOULD STALL VIOLENTLY AND THEN SHUT OFF. THE MOTORCYCLE HAS BEEN SERVICED AND HAD BRAND NEW GAS AS WELL AS A NEW BATTERY. I AM HAVING THE MOTORCYCLE INSPECTED BY HARLEY BUT THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ME WITH THIS SAME MOTORCYCLE.
AS I EXITED THE FREEWAY, I APPROACHED A RED LIGHT AND THE ROADSTER JUST SHUT OFF AND THE BIKE SEIZED. HAD I NOT QUICKLY PRESSED THE CLUTCH I WOULD'VE LOST CONTROL. THEN THE OIL PRESSURE LIGHT, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, AND THE SECURITY LIGHTS TURNED ON. I TRIED TO TURN THE MOTORCYCLE ON AND IT WAS HAVING TROUBLE STARTING. IT FINALLY STARTED BUT AS SOON AS I WOULD THROTTLE THE ACCELERATOR THE MOTORCYCLE WOULD SHUT OFF. THE BIKE CONTINUED TO HAVE THE INDICATOR LIGHTS ON. WHEN I DID TURN THE MOTORCYCLE ON IT WOULD STALL VIOLENTLY AND THEN SHUT OFF. THE MOTORCYCLE HAS BEEN SERVICED AND HAD BRAND NEW GAS AS WELL AS A NEW BATTERY. I AM HAVING THE MOTORCYCLE INSPECTED BY HARLEY BUT THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ME WITH THIS SAME MOTORCYCLE.
Safety Rating for the 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200CX
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200CX in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200CX
Harley-Davidson Motor Company has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200CX. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
M1418 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Midtronics GRX 3110 HD Battery Diagnostic Station does not recognize the new Sportster battery (Part No. 65958-04B). This bulletin describes what action is necessary until a new GRX 3110 HD software update is available.
M1418 — EQUIPMENT
The Midtronics GRX 3110 HD Battery Diagnostic Station does not recognize the new Sportster battery (Part No. 65958-04B). This bulletin describes what action is necessary until a new GRX 3110 HD software update is available.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200CX
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200CX
- 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200CX (current)
- 2017 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200CX — 1 complaint
- 2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200CX — 0 complaints
- 2020 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200CX — 0 complaints
- 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200CX — 0 complaints
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