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...
1989-2007 · 6 model years
Harley-Davidson Fxst Problems by year
Owners have filed 1 complaints about the Harley-Davidson Fxst across 6 model years, and it has 4 recalls. The 1989 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (1). The most reported problem area is the wheels & tires.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Fxst 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 Fxst problems
Harley-Davidson Fxst recalls 4
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a fuel tank vent fitting that could be plugged allowing the carburetor to overflow fuel.
The starter relay may short circuit when the vehicle is parked.
A fatigue crack in the rear brake line assembly could develop.
Latest Fxst complaints
Tl* the contact owns a 1989 harley davidson motorcycle. The contact was driving 65 mph when the vehicle shook abnormally as a loud bang was heard. The contact down shifted and had to pull over to a safe location until it was towed to the dealer. The motorcycle was repaired and diagnosed as having a weld failure in the center wheel. The manufacturer was contacted and made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 11,600. ...Updated 09/18/13 *bf the manufaturer offered a discount on new, heavier wheels. The consumer declined. Updated 9/25/2013 *js
Questions about the Harley-Davidson Fxst
Which Harley-Davidson Fxst years have the most problems?
By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 1989 (1). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 1989 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What are the most common Harley-Davidson Fxst problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the wheels & tires (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson Fxst have?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls across all Harley-Davidson Fxst 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