CarRecallWatchThe 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (5 reports).
1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui recalls
Most common 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui problems
Problem areas named in the 10 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HARLEY-DAVIDSON ELECTRA GLIDE ULTRA FLHTCUI. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE REAR SWING ARM FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HARLEY-DAVIDSON ELECTRA GLIDE ULTRA FLHTCUI EQUIPPED WITH METZELER ME 888 MARATHON ULTRA TIRES, SIZE: 130/90/R16. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE REAR TIRE SEIZED AND THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT AND PASSENGER WERE EJECTED FROM THE MOTORCYCLE. BOTH THE CONTACT AND PASSENGER WERE SERIOUSLY INJURED AND RECEIVED MEDICAL ATTENTION; HOWEVER, THE PASSENGER WAS FATALLY INJURED. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS AWAITING REPAIRS. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SIDEWALL SEPARATED FROM THE REAR TIRE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE TIRE AND VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE
BROKEN SWING ARM CAUSING A HIGH SPEED WOBBLE. SWING ARM CRACKED OVER TOP OF AXLE ALLOWING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER TO PUSH OPEN THE END OF THE SWING ARM EXPOSING THE REAR AXEL SHAFT. ONLY THE BELT WAS HOLDING REAR WHEEL ON. *TR
THIS IS A FAILURE IN A CUSTOM WHEEL MODEL #4163080BP MANUFACTURED BY HALLCRAFT'S INDUSTRIES CORP. TEN SPOKES ON THE REAR WHEEL BROKE CAUSING INSTABILITY AND LOSS OF CONTROL. THESE TEN SPOKES BROKE OVER 5 MONTS AND W/I 4000 MILES OF INSTALLATION.
MOTORCYCLE QUIT WHILE MOVING IN TRAFFIC, IT WOULD CRANK BUT NOT START.
1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui questions
Does the 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui: Electrical System:Ignition:Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (5), Suspension (2), Fuel System, Gasoline (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui 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.