Harley-Davidson Vrscdx Problems by Model Year
NHTSA recorded 38 consumer complaints across the 4 model years of the Harley-Davidson Vrscdx (2007–2014) that have at least 5 complaints. 2007 has the most, with 18. Across all years, the part named most often is fuel system (21 mentions). Pick a model year below to see its parts, mileage, recalls and service bulletins.
All Vrscdx model years
Years with fewer than 5 complaints are not listed. The score compares years of the same model, allowing for the era and for how long each year has collected complaints: 50 is a typical year, lower means fewer complaints. It is not adjusted for sales volume.
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | TSBs | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 6 | 8,200 | 0 | 12 | — | Not enough data |
| 2012 | 5 | 2,850 | 1 | 11 | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 9 | 3,050 | 0 | 4 | — | Not enough data |
| 2007 | 18 | 6,580 | 0 | 6 | — | Stable |
Parts named most often, all years
Counts add up complaint mentions across the listed years. A complaint can name several parts.
- Fuel system21 45%
- Brakes14 30%
- Electrical system6 13%
- Engine cooling2 4.3%
- Vehicle speed control1 2.1%
- Transmission and drivetrain1 2.1%
- Suspension1 2.1%
- Forward collision avoidance1 2.1%
Example complaints
One per model year, chosen for length and detail. Personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
2012: “There is a known failure of the ABS modules on the 2008-2011 model bikes. I believe my ABS module has failed. The front brake will not engage and the brake handle will not move. This happened shortly after start up while moving on my driveway at about 10mph. I was able to stop the bike with the rear brake.this recall should include the 2012 model year.”
NHTSA complaint #11090785, filed 2018-04, 7,249 miles2014: “The fuel gauge is completely inaccurate. I've complained to the dealer to fix it, which worked for a month, but the problem is back. The fuel light is always on and right after filling up my tank the gas gauge will not go above a quarter of a tank, if it goes up at all.”
NHTSA complaint #10891783, filed 2016-07, 15,000 miles2007: “While attending a motorcycle experienced rider's course I noticed smoke originating from underneath the motorcycle. I pulled the motorcycle off the course and noticed there was no rear brake pressure. Further inspection revealed the rear brake light switch burned/melted causing a severe brake fluid leak.”
NHTSA complaint #10504135, filed 2013-03, 11,000 milesOther Harley-Davidson models
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Methodology