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2005 Harley-Davidson XL1200C recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2005 Harley-Davidson XL1200C, but owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.

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Recalls may cover only some 2005 Harley-Davidson XL1200C vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 Harley-Davidson XL1200C problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Engine1
Tires1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 9,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2005 Harley-Davidson XL1200C complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Tires · reported May 9, 2022
As I was stopped at a signal, a gentleman pulled up beside me that had been following me or approximately the last mile or two. He told me that my rear tire appeared to be wobbling. Upon further investigation I found there to be a defect in my tire. 2/3 of the tire are normal width but the other third is noticeably narrower. I haven't ever seen an issue such as this, but it makes me wonder about the safety riding on a tire such as this. The tire I am speaking of is on my Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 custom and the tire is a Michelin Commander 2 size 180/ 65 B16. I believe that this has to be…
Engine · at 25,000 miles · reported Jun 28, 2013
Faulty engine. Needs complete rebuild. Bike was very well maintained. Harley knew about the problem with the faulty engines but ignored.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 7,000 miles · reported Oct 19, 2010
Rear brake failure on a 2005 harley davidson xlc 1200. Tech's could discover no leakage in the brake line. Hd tech's could not explain the problem. Noted that the brake assembly was unsafe and total replacement needed. Motorcycle mileage was under 9,000 mi. And all services performed on time. Hd refused free replacement, denied responsibility.
Electrical System · at 9,500 miles · reported Apr 22, 2009
Typical motorcycle riding unknown frequency replaced ckp sensor I have a 2005 harley davidson xl1200c motorcycle. About a week ago ,after the bike was warmed up,it would stall at intersections and backfire and often die as you try to accelerate out of the intersection while turning. The only way to keep the bike running is to rev it to a high level,which is very dangerous ,particularly while turning. Wasn't injured but came very close to getting run off several times on the way home. I had to join a motorcycle forum to actually discover what the problem was. As it turns out,2004,2005 and 2006…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Harley-Davidson XL1200C have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2005 Harley-Davidson XL1200C as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Harley-Davidson XL1200C?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (1 reports), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 9,500 miles.

Are Harley-Davidson recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Harley-Davidson dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.