Harley-Davidson FLHTCI problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 1994–2006: 5 recall campaigns and 30 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
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What owners complain about (all years)
Recent recalls
Exterior Lighting #04V218000 · 2004 · 31,070 units
Problem: On certain dyna, xl, and touring motorcycles, the tail light bulb can fall out of the socket.
Risk: The tail light and the brake light become inoperative, which could lead to a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the bulbs. owner notification began on june 3, 2004. owners should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4680.
Electrical System #04V134000 · 2004 · 81,496 units
Problem: On certain touring and police model motorcycles, the 40 amp main circuit breaker can "open" for reasons other than which it was designed, causing an unexpected interruption of all electrical power to the motorcycle.
Risk: This condition could cause the motorcycle to stall, which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the circuit breaker. owner notification began april 23, 2004. owners should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.
Exterior Lighting #02V002000 · 2002 · 28,949 units
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the clips that retain the wiring for the front fender tip light can become detached from the fender, causing the wires to fray and short.
Risk: This could cause the lighting system fuse to blow, leaving the vehicle without an operational front fender tip light, headlight, taillight, running lights, and passing lamps (if equipped).
Fix: Dealers will replace the fender tip light wiring harness retention clips, and inspect and replace, if necessary, any damaged wiring harnesses. owner notification began january 9, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4680.
Engine And Engine Cooling #99V003000 · 1999 · 14,211 units
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. the engine cam bolt can lose its clamp load and/or break.
Risk: This condition can cause the engine to quit running with or without prior warning. in some instances, the engine could run erratically before quitting.
Fix: Dealers will replace the engine cam bolts and washers.
Electrical System #98V158000 · 1998 · 55,013 units
Problem: Vehicle description: fl touring motorcycles. a loss of electrical power through the ignition switch can occur due to excessive current and other factors.
Risk: This condition can cause the engine to fail to start, operate erratically, or stall.
Fix: Dealers will replace the ignition switch/circuit breaker and install a relay kit.
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