Harley-Davidson Flhxse problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 12 owner complaints and 9 recalls on file for the Harley-Davidson Flhxse (2010–2025).

Complaints
12
Recalls
9
Model years
11
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Harley-Davidson Flhxse 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 Flhxse model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2025 Flhxse10000Body & Structure
2024 Flhxse10011—
2023 Flhxse50002Electrical System
2022 Flhxse10001Acceleration & Cruise Control
2021 Flhxse00001—
2020 Flhxse10001Brakes
2018 Flhxse00001—
2017 Flhxse10001Transmission & Drivetrain
2015 Flhxse10002—
2014 Flhxse00001—
2010 Flhxse11022Body & Structure

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

  • Electrical System
    3 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    2 complaints
  • Brakes
    2 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    2 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    2 complaints

Complaint trend

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

Harley-Davidson Flhxse recalls

  • Recall 24V672000Sep 16, 202446,923 vehiclesModel years 2024

    Risk: The unexpected loss of drive power and the loss of electrical power while in motion increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V836000Dec 8, 20231,464 vehiclesModel years 2023

    Risk: A motorcycle that is difficult to control can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V672000Oct 4, 20234,014 vehiclesModel years 2023

    Risk: A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.

  • 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 18V076000Jan 29, 2018174,636 vehiclesModel years 2010

    Risk: These deposits may cause a valve within the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit to stick, reducing braking ability and increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V427000Jul 6, 2015185,272 vehiclesModel years 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 11V506000Oct 19, 2011250,757 vehiclesModel years 2010

    Risk: The excessive heat may cause the switch to not activate the brake lamp or activate the brake lamp when no brake is applied and/or cause a brake fluid leak at the brake light switch, affecting rear brake performance. Either condition may increase 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