MYRModel Year Report

1999 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide

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1999 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:42:12.926Z

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1999 highlighted. 1982: 1 complaints 1982 1997: 2 complaints 1998: 1 complaints 1998 1999: 5 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 5 complaints 2002: 3 complaints 2002 2003: 13 complaints 2004: 9 complaints 2004
1999: 5 complaints
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YearComplaints
19821
19972
19981
19995
20002
20015
20023
200313
20049

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

EQUIPMENT

2 of 5 total reports mention: equipment.

CRASH INJURY
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I PUT A PRODUCT CALLED TIREFLYS ON THE VALVE STEM OF MY 1999 HARLEY DAVIDSON ELECTRA GLIDE CLASSIC. THESE CADGETS GIVE OFF LIGHT AS THE WHEEL SPINS. AFTER 15 MINUTES OF RIDING ON I 75 I DEVELOPED TWO FLAT TIRES AT THE SAME TIME.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030315

I PUT A PRODUCT CALLED TIREFLYS ON THE VALVE STEM OF MY 1999 HARLEY DAVIDSON ELECTRA GLIDE CLASSIC. THESE GADGETS GIVE OFF LIGHT AS THE WHEEL SPINS. AFTER 15 MINUTES OF RIDING ON I 75 I DEVELOPED TWO FLAT TIRES AT THE SAME TIME.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030315

SUSPENSION

1 of 5 total reports mentions: suspension.

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THE REAR SWING ARM ON THE PRIMARY SIDE (LEFT) IS BROKEN IN TWO. THIS SWING ARM HOLDS THE REAR WHEEL, AND BRAKES TO THE MOTORCYCLE. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150630

SEATS

1 of 5 total reports mentions: seats.

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WHILE TRAVELING 60-65MPH ON HIGHWAY BACK SEAT BROKE OFF. DEALER WAS MADE AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20010628

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 5 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED THE MOTORCYCLE SHUT DOWN COMPLETELY WITHOUT WARNING. DEALER STATED THAT CIRCUIT BREAKER HAS TO RESET ITSELF, THEN THE MOTORCYCLE WILL START BACK UP. A RECALL WAS ISSUED AND PART WAS REPLACED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040809

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1999 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for equipment issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seats issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide?

The most-reported component is equipment, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.