The 2000 Harley-Davidson 1200 has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 9,890 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the engine and engine cooling. Last updated July 5, 2026.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. THE HANDLE BARS ON THESE MOTORCYCLES CAN BREAK.
THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE MOTORCYCLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE HANDLE BARS.
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.
“While driving 65 mph motorcycle stalled. Tried to restart motorcycle, but was unable to do so. Consumer had the motorcycle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that there was an electrical short in the motorcycle engine. Also, a recall was issued. However, this motorcycle…”
“Leaking oil is burning on exhaust. Consumer took motorcycle to the dealer, and dealer noted that seals were broken off off gasket, making it spill oil.*ak”
“Consumer states that while driving and with no warning vehicle will stall, and it will be hard for the consumer to control the vehicle. Dealer notified.*ak”
“Nhtsa recall 99v290000 and manufacturer's recall 0100. No parts were available. *ak”
Owner reports left end of handlebar fractured and separated at cable guide hole while riding.The drag style handlebar involved is part number 56185-98.We are opening this investigation to obtain additional information about this issue.
Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2000 Harley-Davidson 1200 as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.