Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (Xl 1200c) Recalls in Canada
The Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (Xl 1200c) has 3 recall campaigns on Transport Canada's federal record (all model years), led by visual system issues with 1 campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any Harley-Davidson dealer — check your exact VIN below.
Source: Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Updated 2026-06-11
Most-affected systems
Most recent campaigns
2006-12-19Steering: On certain motorcycles, the voltage regulator installed during vehicle assembly has greater body thickness than designed. Under certain conditions, the regulator may contact the f
2004-05-21Lights And Instruments: On certain Dyna, Xl and Touring model motorcycles, the tail light bulb can fall out of the socket, thereby rendering the tail light and the brake light inoperative, which could lea
2003-03-17Visual System: On certain motorcycles, the mirror stem may fracture. this condition may allow the mirror to fall, possibly without warning and present an unreasonable risk of accident, injury an
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FAQ
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (Xl 1200c) have in Canada?
3 recall campaigns are on Transport Canada's federal Vehicle Recalls Database for the Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (Xl 1200c) (all model years since 1975, tires and child seats excluded). The most-affected system is visual system with 1 campaigns.
How do I check if a specific Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom (Xl 1200c) has an open recall in Canada?
Recall campaigns apply to specific VIN ranges. Decode the VIN free at CarWhere to confirm the exact year and build, then check the VIN in Transport Canada's motor vehicle safety recall tool or with any Harley-Davidson dealer — recall repairs are free.
Are Canadian and US recalls the same?
Often parallel but not identical — Canadian campaigns are issued through Transport Canada, US campaigns through NHTSA, and timing or scope can differ. For a vehicle imported from the USA, check both records; the CarWhere $9.99 Full VIN Report covers the US federal record (recalls, complaints, service bulletins) for any US-market VIN.