Certain motorcycles were built with a condition that permits the positive battery cable to contact a weld bead on the oil tank. This may cause the weld bead to abrade through the insulation on the cable and cause an electrical short from the battery through...
1986-2013 · 17 model years
Harley-Davidson Flstc Problems by year
Owners have filed 29 complaints about the Harley-Davidson Flstc across 17 model years, and it has 5 recalls. The 2007 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (8). The most reported problem area is the engine & cooling, followed by the suspension.
- Complaints
- 29
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Flstc complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common Flstc problems
Harley-Davidson Flstc recalls 5
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...
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a fuel tank vent fitting that could be plugged allowing the carburetor to overflow fuel.
The screws issued in a kit to mount the fender and an accessory front bumper onto the motorcycles can break, causing the fender and bumper to loosen and possibly contact the front tire.
The starter relay may short circuit when the vehicle is parked.
Latest Flstc complaints
I have noticed that brake fluid weeps out of the master cylinder due to a faulty rubber cap gasket... When I contacted the local harley dealer in metairie louisiana, I was in formed that harley davidson has known about this problem for a long time... They have known so long that they have formulated different gasket materials 3 (three) times since I purchased my motorcycle in 2007.. They also have replaced both the front and rear master cylinders during the motorcycles 1000 mile checkup.... However the fluid...
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continues to leak out... It is to the point that I no longer can ride the motorcycle due to the fact I no longer have any rear brakes at all... I again inquired from the dealer for a remedy and was informed that I would have to replace both master the front and the rear master cylinders... I feel that since harley davidson has known about this issue that they should have ordered a recall to address the problem before someone gets killed.... Since this problem has been on going since 2007... Apparently the fluid weeps out anytime you activate the brakes...
Spokes on wheel loosen on a regular basis. This may cause the spokes to break causing the rim to go out of round and possibly causing the wheel to collapse. I believe this problem applies to all h-d big twin models with the 103ci and larger engines with the stock wired wheels. *Tr
Wheel bearing locked up on rear wheel. Gillette wy harley davidson service foreman told me that the wheel bearings used were known to fail as early as 5000 miles, and could last up to 50,000 miles. In my opinion, these un safe bearings should not be used. Bearing was replaced with the same type that failed. H.D. Part no.Is 9276a, ball bearing 25mm, deep gr. I was told that this was the only bearing available.. Service manager told me that these bearings were not considered sealed or serviceable bearings. Service...
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manager easily removed side cover of bearing and I could see that there was not much grease inside. He told me that he has seen these bearings full of rust, indicating to me that these bearings are not water proof. These bearings are not on a scheduled maintenance program by h.D. Neither is there a recommended replacement schedule. Am I responsible for replacing these bearings with those that are more reliable from a reputable manufacturer? What are my options if any? I do not feel safe riding on these bearings. *Tr
Motorcycle experienced high speed wobble at 75mph down to 45mph. Vehicle shakes (wobbles) at medium to high speeds in straight line and on curves; including while accelerating and coming off the throttle. *Tr
Cam bearing failure, cam bearing plate broken, cam replacement, oil pump replacement. Hd needs to make this right for all affected engines (88b). Numerous complaints and costly repair to owner. My cost for repair of this well documented problem...$1300.00. *Tr
Rear bearings blew out at 25,300 miles. Harley davidson replaced the bearings. 350 Miles later, same rear bearing blew out again except now there is damage to fly wheel, tire shroud and tire due to tire shifting to left side of motorcycle. Possible fender damage. *Js
Questions about the Harley-Davidson Flstc
Which Harley-Davidson Flstc years have the most problems?
Which Harley-Davidson Flstc years have the fewest complaints?
Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2013 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other Flstc years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.
What are the most common Harley-Davidson Flstc problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the engine & cooling (11), suspension (4), transmission & drivetrain (3) most often.
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson Flstc have?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls across all Harley-Davidson Flstc model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data