1997 Harley-Davidson Flht Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1997 Harley-Davidson Flht recalls

Most common 1997 Harley-Davidson Flht problems

Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	4
Suspension	1
Power Train	1
Unknown Or Other	1

What owners report

2000-02-23, Unknown Or Other
HARLEY REFUSED TO RECOGNIZE THE PROBLEM YET MULTIPLE PERSONS HAVE SINCE CONFIRMED TO ME THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM INCLUDING PROFESSIONAL HARLEY MECHANICS. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED IN THE SUMMARY. *AK

1999-02-04, Electrical System
CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL LETTER IN JULY CONCERNING IGNITION SWITCH. DEALER HAS NO PARTS AVAILABLE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM, THEY ARE STILL ON BACK ORDER. RECALL NUMBER 98V15000. *AK *ML

1998-12-01, Electrical System
CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL LETTER IN JULY 1998. CONTACTED DEALER, NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM. DEALER HAS NOT YET RECEIVED PARTS FROM THE MANUFACTURER. RECALL NUMBER 98V158000. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

1998-11-03, Electrical System
THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER STATED THAT THEY NEEDED A PART FOR THEIR IGNITION SWITCH. HOWEVER THE PARTS HAVE NOT BEEN AVAILABLE SINCE RECEIVING THE LETTER , WHICH WAS ON JULY 22ND. THE RECALL NO. IS 98V158000. *AK

1998-10-14, Power Train
CRUISE CONTROL MALFUNCTION CAUSED BY FAULTY SPEEDOMETER.

1997 Harley-Davidson Flht questions

Does the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flht have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flht: Electrical System:Ignition:Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flht?

Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (4), Suspension (1), Power Train (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Harley-Davidson Flht has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.