2016 Harley-Davidson Vrscdx
Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 3 |
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2011 | 2 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 1 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2016 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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ABS HYDRAULIC CONTROL MODULE FAILURE ON 2016 HARLEY DAVIDSON NIGHT ROD SPECIAL. CAUSED COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKING FUNCTIONS AT HIGHWAY SPEED DURING MORNING COMMUTER TRAFFIC.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190916
1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
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FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY. IT ALWAYS SHOWS AS BEING FULL NO MATTER THE DISTANCE TRAVELED ON THE BIKE. THIS COULD BE A SAFETY PROBLEM IF SOMEONE THINKS THEY HAVE MORE FUEL THAN THEY DO AND RUN OUT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170226
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2016 Harley-Davidson Vrscdx — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2016 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 2016 Harley-Davidson Vrscdx?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Harley-Davidson Vrscdx 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.