- The problem
- Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2026 FLHXLSE, FLTRXSTSE, FLHXSTSE, FLHXSE, FLHXL, FLTRXP, FLTRX, FLTRXL, and FLHX motorcycles. The engine control module (ECM) may communicate the incorrect gear position of neutral when the transmission is actually in gear.
- The risk
- The motorcycle can experience unintended forward motion, increasing the risk of an injury.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the gear position sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 16, 2026. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 6, 2025. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0194.
Vehicle safety record
2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrx Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrx with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (2) and the wheels & tires (2). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in November 2026 for the engine control module (ecu / ecm). For comparison, the 2025 has 7.
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FFar more problems than a typical Fltrx year, for its age
#137 most complained-about 2026 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrx problems
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2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrx recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2024-2026 FLTRX, FLHX, 2025-2026 FXBR, FLFB, 2025 FLHXU, 2026 FLTRXL, FLTRT, FLHXL, and FLHLT motorcycles built with an Airbox Baseplate (part number 29000373). The airbox backplate breather port may be blocked, allowing pressure to build up inside the crankcase.
- The risk
- When the dipstick is removed while the crankcase is pressurized, oil may eject from the fill spout, increasing the risk of injury.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the breather port, and if the port is blocked, repair the blockage, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 14, 2026. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov April 16, 2025. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0193.
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2 complaints about the 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrx
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Incident Description: On [[redacted]], I took delivery of a brand-new 2026 Harley-Davidson Road Glide from a certified franchise dealership. Within 15 to 20 minutes of departing the dealership, under normal riding conditions on a well-maintained roadway, the motorcycle suffered a sudden, catastrophic mechanical failure. I observed a large cloud of white smoke trailing heavily from the motorcycle. I immediately pulled over to the shoulder and shut the engine down. Upon inspection, the entire right side of the...
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motorcycle was saturated in motor oil. The oil was actively ejecting from the air cleaner housing and rapidly accumulating on the ground in a large puddle. Safety Hazard & Impact: The volume of motor oil ejected from the air cleaner assembly created an immediate, severe traction hazard. Because the air cleaner is situated on the right side of the motorcycle directly upwind of the rear tire path, the atomized and pooling oil thoroughly saturated the right side of the chassis. Continued operation would have inevitably coated the contact patch of the rear tire, introducing an incredibly high probability of an unrecoverable rear-wheel slide (low-side crash), leading to catastrophic vehicle damage and severe bodily injury or death. Resolution & Dealer Action: The motorcycle was recovered by the dealership. Due to the immediate mechanical safety failure and discrepancies with delivery mileage, I demanded the bill of sale be rescinded and my financial assets/trade-in vehicle returned. The dealership reluctantly complied and unwound the deal, but they completely refused to provide a mechanical explanation or diagnostic report for why a brand-new vehicle suffered this severe oil-expulsion failure. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Incident Description: On [[redacted]], I took delivery of a brand-new 2026 Harley-Davidson road glide from a certified franchise dealership. Within 15 to 20 minutes of departing the dealership, under normal riding conditions on a well-maintained roadway, the motorcycle suffered a sudden, catastrophic mechanical failure. I observed a large cloud of white smoke trailing heavily from the motorcycle. I immediately pulled over to the shoulder and shut the engine down. Upon inspection, the entire right side of the...
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motorcycle was saturated in motor oil. The oil was actively ejecting from the air cleaner housing and rapidly accumulating on the ground in a large puddle. Safety Hazard & Impact: The volume of motor oil ejected from the air cleaner assembly created an immediate, severe traction hazard. Because the air cleaner is situated on the right side of the motorcycle directly upwind of the rear tire path, the atomized and pooling oil thoroughly saturated the right side of the chassis. Continued operation would have inevitably coated the contact patch of the rear tire, introducing an incredibly high probability of an unrecoverable rear-wheel slide (low-side crash), leading to catastrophic vehicle damage and severe bodily injury or death. Resolution & Dealer Action: The motorcycle was recovered by the dealership. Due to the immediate mechanical safety failure and discrepancies with delivery mileage, I demanded the bill of sale be rescinded and my financial assets/trade-in vehicle returned. The dealership reluctantly complied and unwound the deal, but they completely refused to provide a mechanical explanation or diagnostic report for why a brand-new vehicle suffered this severe oil-expulsion failure. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Harley-Davidson Fltrx: every year compared
All Fltrx years2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrx vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrx | 2 | 2 | F | |
| 2026 Harley-Davidson Flhc | 2 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrxstse | 1 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 2026 Harley-Davidson Flhx | 1 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2026 Harley-Davidson Flhxl | 1 | 2 | - | Compare |
| 2026 Harley-Davidson Flhlt | 1 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2026 Harley-Davidson Fxlrst | 1 | 1 | D | Compare |
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Questions about the 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrx
Does the 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrx have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrx: engine control module (ecu / ecm) (November 2026); crankcase (pcv) (April 2026). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrx?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (2), wheels & tires (2).
How many complaints has the 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrx had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 25, 2026 and the latest on June 25, 2026. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrx a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 2 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Harley-Davidson Fltrx year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Harley-Davidson Fltrx years have the most complaints?
2024 (9), 2025 (7), 2026 (2). See every Harley-Davidson Fltrx year compared.
What should I do if my 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrx has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data