Harley-Davidson Flhxs problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 13 owner complaints and 9 recalls on file for the Harley-Davidson Flhxs (2014–2022).

Complaints
13
Recalls
9
Model years
9
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Harley-Davidson Flhxs model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Harley-Davidson Flhxs model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2022 Flhxs10001Body & Structure
2021 Flhxs20001Acceleration & Cruise Control
2020 Flhxs20001Electrical System
2019 Flhxs50000Engine
2018 Flhxs00001—
2017 Flhxs10002Engine
2016 Flhxs10001Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2015 Flhxs00002—
2014 Flhxs10005Brakes

Most common Harley-Davidson Flhxs problem areas (all years)

  • Engine
    5 complaints
  • Brakes
    2 complaints
  • Electrical System
    2 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    2 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    1 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    1 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    1 complaints
  • Steering
    1 complaints

Complaint trend

Complaints about the Harley-Davidson Flhxs received by NHTSA each month.

Harley-Davidson Flhxs recalls

  • Recall 22V781000Oct 18, 2022199,419 vehiclesModel years 2020–2022

    Risk: Unintended illumination of the brake lights may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V734000Oct 18, 2018177,636 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018

    Risk: If the clutch cannot be disengaged it can result in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 17V333000May 22, 201745,589 vehiclesModel years 2017

    Risk: The incorrectly installed clamp may result in the engine oil cooler line detaching, causing a sudden loss of oil, potentially into the path of the rear tire, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V471000Jun 27, 201627,232 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: When the engine is running and the motorcycle is in gear, if the clutch cannot be fully disengaged, the motorcycle may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V427000Jul 6, 2015185,272 vehiclesModel years 2014–2015

    Risk: If a saddlebag is not adequately secured, it may separate from the motorcycle while riding, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V216000Apr 13, 2015106,966 vehiclesModel years 2014–2015

    Risk: When the engine is running and the motorcycle is in gear, if the clutch cannot be fully disengaged, the motorcycle may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V537000Sep 5, 2014105,746 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: If the clutch does not remain disengaged, the motorcycle may creep forward while the rider intends to be stopped, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V319000Jun 12, 201466,421 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: A pinched brake line will increase the front brake fluid pressure, possibly resulting in a front wheel lock-up, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 13V515000Oct 17, 201319,597 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: If the clutch does not disengage, the rider may have difficulty slowing or stopping the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Other Harley-Davidson models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology