MYRModel Year Report

2011 Harley-Davidson Softail

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2011 Harley-Davidson Softail
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:26:39.288Z

Only 3 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 3 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 Softail Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2011 highlighted. 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1996: 3 complaints 1997: 1 complaints 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 0 complaints 2000: 7 complaints 2001: 2 complaints 2001 2002: 4 complaints 2003: 7 complaints 2004: 4 complaints 2004 2005: 4 complaints 2007: 2 complaints 2008: 1 complaints 2008 2010: 1 complaints 2011: 3 complaints 2011 2012: 3 complaints 2012 2013: 1 complaints 2013
2011: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19953
19963
19971
19983
19990
20007
20012
20024
20037
20044
20054
20072
20081
20101
20113
20123
20131

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1 of 3 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.

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REAR RUNNING LIGHTS RANDOMLY, REPEATEDLY GOING OUT -- THEY'VE BEEN REPLACED AT LEAST ONE PER MONTH. THE BIKE IS CURRENTLY ON ITS FOURTH NEW BULB. OTHERS HAVE NOTED THAT THEY'RE HAVING THE SAME ISSUE. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20111109

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HARLEY DAVIDSON SOFTAIL DELUXE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110615

ENGINE

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine.

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TL - THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HARLEY DAVIDSON SOFT TAIL DELUXE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS THE VEHICLE STALLED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20131219

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20110221 — engine and engine cooling

HARLEY-DAVIDSON IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 SOFTAIL MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 7, 2010 THROUGH OCTOBER 8, 2010. THE BODY CONTROL MODULES (BCM) INSTALLED ON THESE MOTORCYCLES (PART NU

Remedy: HARLEY-DAVIDSON WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BCM FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 21, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HARLEY-DAVIDSON AT 1-414-343-4056.

Campaign 11V037000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2011 Harley-Davidson Softail — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 11V037000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2011 Harley-Davidson Softail 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 2011 Harley-Davidson Softail?

The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2011 Harley-Davidson Softail have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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