2016 Harley-Davidson FXSE problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2016 Harley-Davidson FXSE.
Recalls
Power Train #16V471000 · 2016 · 27,232 units
Problem: Harley-davidson motor company (harley-davidson) is recalling certain model year 2016 electric glide ultra classic (flhtcu), electra glide ultra classic low (flhtcul), ultra limited low (flhtkl), ultra limited (flhtk), cvo street glide (flhxse), street glide (flhx), street glide special (flhxs), road glide special (fltrxs), road glide (fltrx), police electra glide (flhtp), road glide ultra (fltru), fat boy s (flstfbs), softail slim s (flss), and cvo softail pro street breakout (fxse) motorcycles. in the affected motorcycles, the clutch master cylinder may lose the ability to generate enough lift to disengage the clutch, especially if the motorcycle has been parked for an extended period of t
Risk: When the engine is running and the motorcycle is in gear, if the clutch cannot be fully disengaged, the motorcycle may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Harley-davidson will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the clutch master cylinder for the presence of gas in the fluid, if so, the dealer will flush the clutch system and rebuild the clutch master cylinder, free of charge. the recall began july 19, 2016. owners may contact harley-davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. harley-davidson's number for this recall is 0169.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
No owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year.
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Harley-Davidson FXSE have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Harley-Davidson FXSE. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2016 Harley-Davidson FXSE problems?
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.