CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 81 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 1 fire, 8 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (30 reports).
2008 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu recalls
Brake fluid deposits can stick ABS valve, reducing stopping power
Deposits can form inside the brake system on certain 2008-2011 Harley-Davidson motorcycles equipped with anti-lock brakes (ABS) when the DOT 4 brake fluid is not replaced for a prolonged period beyond the 2-year maintenance schedule in the Owner's Manual.
Most common 2008 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu problems
Problem areas named in the 81 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 30 |
| Power Train | 9 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 6 |
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Tires | 3 |
| Wheels | 3 |
What owners report
ABS System failure causing brakes to fail
I was riding my motorcycle with a group of bikes and had to make an emergency stop. When the brakes were applied, as directed in the owners manual, the ABS failed and caused the rear tire to lock and skid. The resulting skid caused a loss of control of the motorcycle and ultimately laying the bike down on the asphalt highway. This resulted in the rider and passenger sustaining injuries. The passenger received a Tramatic Brain Injury which a month and a half later she is still in recovery. The motorcycle has not yet been repaired or looked at by any Police or Technical personnel. There were no warnings or lights prior to the accident.
I WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 35MPH AND APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION NEAR MY HOME. I HAD TO STOP QUICKLY AS A CAR TURNED INTO MY LANE JUST A HEAD OF ME. I APPLIED THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKES OF MY MOTORCYCLE BUT THE FRONT BRAKE LEVER DID NOT MOVE AT ALL. IT WAS AS IF IT WAS FROZEN IN PLACE. I HAD NO CONTROL OF THE FRONT BRAKES. I WAS ABLE TO SLOW USING THE REAR BRAKE AND AVOIDED A COLLISION BY STEERING OUT OF THE WAY. AFTER ARRIVING HOME AND INVESTIGATING, I FOUND THE ABS MODULE HAD FAILED. I ALSO FOUND THIS IS AN ISSUE KNOWN BY HARLEY DAVIDSON OF THEIR 2008-2014 MOTORCYCLES WITH ABS. THEIR SOLUTION, IS TO BLEED THE BRAKE FLUID EVERY TWO YEARS NO MATTER WHAT. I DO THAT MYSELF EVERY TWO YEARS.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HARLEY DAVIDSON ELECTRA GLIDE ULTRA FLHTCUI. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA RECALL NUMBER: 18V076000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GREELEY HARLEY-DAVIDSON AND WILD WEST MOTORSPORTS, INC. LOCATED AT (3010 29TH ST, GREELEY, CO 80631 (970) 351-8150) TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR. THE BRAKE SYSTEM WAS FLUSHED REFILLED WITH PLATINUM DOT 4 BRAKE FLUID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE RIDING THE MOTORCYCLE, THE BRAKES FAILED TO OPERATE AS DESIGNED AFTER THE RECALL REPAIR WAS PERFORMED. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE SAME DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN SOUGHT PERMISSION FROM THE MANUFACTURER TO AUTHORIZE AN ADDITIONAL REPAIR HOWEVER, THE MAN
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTCU. WHILE RIDING AND ATTEMPTING TO STOP, THE REAR BRAKES MALFUNCTIONED AND WERE INOPERABLE. MOMENTS LATER, BOTH THE REAR AND FRONT BRAKES MALFUNCTIONED AND THE MOTORCYCLE DID NOT IMMEDIATELY STOP, NEARLY CAUSING A CRASH. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS TAKEN TO CENTENNIAL PARK HARLEY-DAVIDSON (12477 E. BROAD ST SW, PATASKALA, OH) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE HYDRAULIC UNIT AND MASTER CYLINDER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE OWNER WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE REPAIRED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V016000 (SERVICE BRAKES) WITHOUT REPLACING THE MASTER CYLINDER AND HYDRAULIC SYSTEM. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NO
2008 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu questions
Does the 2008 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2008 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu: Brake fluid deposits can stick ABS valve, reducing stopping power; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu?
Based on 81 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (30), Power Train (9), Fuel System, Gasoline (7).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu has been fixed?
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