1999 Harley-Davidson Road King Classic (FLHRCI) problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 1999 Harley-Davidson Road King Classic.
Recalls
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.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 7 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.
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Specs
Specs coming soon. We only publish specs taken from the manufacturer's own spec sheets.
Other years
FAQ
Does the 1999 Harley-Davidson Road King Classic have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1999 Harley-Davidson Road King Classic. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 1999 Harley-Davidson Road King Classic problems?
In 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is engine and engine cooling.
Model name source: Harley-Davidson model codes (harley-davidson.com/us/en/content/expert-advice/harley-davidson-model-codes.html).