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Harley-Davidson FLSTCI problems & recalls

NHTSA records for 2002–2006: 1 recall campaign and 12 owner complaints. Pick a model year.

20022003200420052006

By year

YearRecallsComplaints
200211
200312
200412
200515
200602

What owners complain about (all years)

Service Brakes, Hydraulic2
Tires2
Power Train1
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Exterior Lighting1
Wheels1
Visibility1

Recent recalls

Equipment #05V151000 · 2005 · 167,628 units

Problem: Certain softail motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of part 567, 'certification.' the vin/certification label contains incorrect tire size and inflation pressures for the front wheel. the label states the tire size is mt90b21 and the inflation pressure as 30 psi, whereas the correct tire size is mt90b16, and the correct inflation pressure is 36 psi.

Risk: The certification label is incorrect giving improper information.

Fix: Harley- davidson will mail instructions along with corrected federal certification label. if an owner so desires, a dealer can install the label for them. the recall began on june 6, 2005. owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

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