Ask the seller for proof the repair was completed, or run the free VIN check. Recall repairs are done at no cost by a dealer.
Recalls
Safety issues the manufacturer must repair for free. A recall means confirm the fix was done, not walk away.
Brakes recall
These deposits may cause a valve within the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit to stick, reducing braking ability and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will flush the entire brake system with new Platinum Label DOT 4 brake fluid, free of charge. The recall began on February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0171.
- Status
- Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
- What to do
- Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.
Exterior lighting recall
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.
- Remedy
- HARLEY-DAVIDSON WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL A INSTALL A REAR BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH KIT, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING OCTOBER 31, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HARLEY-DAVIDSON AT 1-414-343-4056.
- Status
- Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
- What to do
- Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.
Owner complaints by system
Unverified reports owners filed with NHTSA, grouped by the part of the car. Useful for spotting patterns. Open a group to read recent examples.
Engine & powertrain
1
Most reports here involve other issues. Of these, 1 mention an injury.
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LEG BURNS DUE TO EXCESSIVE HEAT FROM REAR ENGINE CYLINDER. MEASURE RADIANT HEAT AT 340 DEGREES. THIS HAS CAUSED RED BURN ON THE BACK OF THE RIGHT LEG. HEAT IS FELT WHILE IN MOTION ON 80 DEGREE DAYS. INCREASES DURING STOPS FOR LIGHTS. HAVE BROUGHT TO DEALER AND MANUFACTURERS ATTENTION OVER THE PAST 5 YEARS.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #10885325 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Electrical & infotainment
2
Most reports here involve other issues. Of these, 1 mention a crash.
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I HAVE A 2011 HARLEY-DAVIDSON STREET GLIDE (MODEL FLHX). I REALIZED AFTER I PURCHASED IT THAT IT DOES NOT HAVE A SEPARATE REAR BRAKE LIGHT. THE TURN SIGNALS FUNCTION AS TURN SIGNALS, RUNNING LIGHTS AND BRAKE LIGHTS. IT IS DIFFICULT FOR THOSE BEHIND ME TO DETERMINE WHEN I AM BRAKING SINCE THE TURN SIGNALS ONLY CHANGE IN INTENSITY - THEY DO NOT TURN OFF AND ON. ALTHOUGH I HAVE NOT BEEN INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT, I BELIEVE THE LACK OF A BRAKE LIGHT CONTRIBUTED TO AN ACCIDENT INVOLVING ANOTHER MOTORCYCLIST WHO WAS RIDING BEHIND ME. HE DID NOT REALIZE I WAS BRAKING TO AVOID AN ANIMAL IN THE ROAD UNTIL IT WAS TOO LATE FOR HIM TO COMPLETELY STOP, HE HIT THE ANIMAL AND SUFFERED $4500 IN DAMAGE TO HIS MOTORCYCLE. I UNDERSTAND THIS BIKE CANNOT BE SOLD IN CANADA BECAUSE IT DOES NOT HAVE A SEPARATE BRAKE LIGHT. *TR
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #10422955 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Brakes
8
Most reports here involve loss of braking. Of these, 1 mention a crash, 6 mention an injury.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11413860 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Steering, suspension & tires
5
Most reports here involve premature wear.
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2011 HARLEY-DAVIDSON STREET GLIDE FLHX MOTORCYCLE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO ISSUE WITH VEHICLE HANDLEBARS. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE RIDING THE BIKE, HE NOTICED THE FAIRING WAS SLIGHTLY CROOKED. WHEN HE TOOK THE BIKE TO THE REPAIR SHOP, FOR A RADIO PROBLEM, HE REQUESTED THAT THE TECHNICIAN INSPECT THE FAIRING. THE TECHNICAN STATED THE HANDLEBARS WERE BENT. *JB
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #10488224 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Structure & body
1
Most reports here involve other issues.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHX MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WAS FRACTURED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT THE FAILURE WAS A STRESS FRACTURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THEY WOULD NOT REPAIR THE WINDSHIELD DESPITE THE VEHICLE BEING UNDER WARRANTY. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS LESS THAN ONE YEAR OLD. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 6,327.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #10459372 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Other systems
1
Most reports here involve premature wear.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHX MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 70 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE BECAME VERY UNSTABLE. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE FRONT WHEEL BEARING WAS FRACTURING. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE DEALER REPLACED THE WHEEL BEARING. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT THE VEHICLE COULD HAVE POTENTIALLY CAUSED A LIFE THREATENING CRASH. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 15,279.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #10422608 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
How does it compare with other years? The 2011 has 18 complaints on file, fewer than the 2010 (24) and more than the 2012 (16). Of the 4 model years of the Harley-Davidson Flhx we cover, the 2010 has the most (24). Older model years have had longer to collect complaints.