2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic (FLHC) problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic.
Recalls
Service Brakes, Hydraulic #26V234000 · 2026 · 16,994 units
Problem: Harley-davidson motor company (harley-davidson) is recalling certain 2025-2026 flhc, fxbb, fxlrs, and fxlrst softail motorcycles. the rear brake line may contact the body control module (bcm), resulting in a hole in the brake line, a brake fluid leak, and loss of the rear brakes.
Risk: Loss of the rear brakes increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Harley-davidson will replace the bcm caddy and associated hardware, free of charge. in addition, the rear brake line will be inspected and, if damaged, will be replaced along with associated parts, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed may 1, 2026. owners may contact harley-davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall b
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 2 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.
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Specs
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Other years
FAQ
Does the 2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic problems?
In 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is engine.
Model name source: Harley-Davidson model codes (harley-davidson.com/us/en/content/expert-advice/harley-davidson-model-codes.html).