MYRModel Year Report

2012 Harley-Davidson Vrscdx

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2012 Harley-Davidson Vrscdx
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:01:28.164Z

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 Vrscdx Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2012 highlighted. 2007: 18 complaints 2007 2008: 9 complaints 2009: 3 complaints 2009 2010: 2 complaints 2011: 2 complaints 2011 2012: 5 complaints 2012 2013: 1 complaints 2013 2014: 6 complaints 2015: 1 complaints 2015 2016: 2 complaints 2016
2012: 5 complaints
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YearComplaints
200718
20089
20093
20102
20112
20125
20131
20146
20151
20162

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

SERVICE BRAKES

3 of 5 total reports mention: service brakes.

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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180428

REAR BRAKE PEDAL CANNOT BE ENGAGED , SOLID AS A ROCK,NO REAR BRAKES PRESURE. HAS ABS SYSTEM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160402

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 of 5 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 HARLEY DAVIDSON VRSCDX (NIGHT ROD). THE CONTACT STATED THE FUEL GAUGE WAS NON FUNCTIONAL AND FAILED TO READ THE AMOUNT OF FUEL WITHIN THE TANK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150112

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

CRASH
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THROTTLE STUCK ON MY 2012 V-ROD NIGHT ROD SPECIAL. THE BIKE HAD LESS THAN 100 MILES ON IT. WHEN THE THROTTLE STUCK I COULD NOT MOVE IT EITHER DIRECTION. I N TRYING TO SLOW THE BIKE I LOST CONTROL AND WRECKED THE BIKE. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20120401

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20121106 — equipment

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling all model year 2012 and certain model year 2013 VRSCDX motorcycles manufactured from June 14, 2011, through August 1, 2012. The license pl

Remedy: Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any affected motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall began on November 6, 2012. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson at 1-

Campaign 12V503000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2012 Harley-Davidson Vrscdx — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 12V503000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2012 Harley-Davidson Vrscdx 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 2012 Harley-Davidson Vrscdx?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2012 Harley-Davidson Vrscdx 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.