- 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 Fltrxstse Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrxstse with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (1) and the steering (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash and 1 injury. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in November 2026 for the engine control module (ecu / ecm). For comparison, the 2025 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical Fltrxstse year, for its age
#162 most complained-about 2026 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrxstse problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrxstse recalls 1
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
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrxstse
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
On August 27, 2026, after riding approximately 6 miles and less than two hours after taking delivery of this brand-new 2026 Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide ST (5 miles on the odometer from the factory), VIN [[redacted]], I came to a complete stop at [[redacted]]. When I attempted to turn right after stopping, the handlebars suddenly locked or jammed, preventing the motorcycle from turning. The bike continued on a semi-straight path toward the curb, and I collided with a small tree. The motorcycle sustained minor...
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damage consistent with a low-speed incident, but I suffered a cut on my left cheek, significant swelling in my right knee, and minor scrapes on my hand and leg. I was transported by ambulance to Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center. The police documented the incident under case number [redacted]. Harley-Davidson of The Woodlands never offered a test ride prior to delivery; I was apparently the first person to ride it. The following day, after hearing my account, the sales manager acknowledged that the steering stem/fork tube (the "triple tree") could be related to a factory defect, along with other factors he said required investigation. I had the motorcycle towed to the dealership's service department on [redacted], for evaluation. Since then, the dealership has not provided any written explanation regarding the cause. Communication has broken down: the salesperson stopped responding, the sales manager did not answer emails, and I received only one call from the service department providing a repair estimate, without addressing the safety-related factory defect. The motorcycle remains at the dealership awaiting evaluation. This motorcycle had zero miles on it at delivery, and the dealership did not offer a prior test ride. I am concerned the handlebars might lock again, at higher speed, causing serious injury or death INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Harley-Davidson Fltrxstse: every year compared
All Fltrxstse years2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrxstse vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrxstse | 1 | 1 | F | |
| 2026 Harley-Davidson Flhc | 2 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrx | 2 | 2 | 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 |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrxstse
Does the 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrxstse have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrxstse: engine control module (ecu / ecm) (November 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 Fltrxstse?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (1), steering (1).
How many complaints has the 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrxstse had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 4, 2026 and the latest on September 4, 2026. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrxstse a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 9 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Harley-Davidson Fltrxstse 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 Fltrxstse years have the most complaints?
2024 (2), 2025 (1), 2026 (1). See every Harley-Davidson Fltrxstse year compared.
What should I do if my 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrxstse 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