CarRecallWatchThe 2010 Harley-Davidson Fltrx has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (8 reports).
2010 Harley-Davidson Fltrx 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 2010 Harley-Davidson Fltrx problems
Problem areas named in the 13 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 8 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLTRX EQUIPPED WITH KENDA TIRES, TIRE LINE: CATACLYSM, TIRE SIZE: 130/70/R18, DOT NUMBER: 1K32P. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, HE FELT VIBRATIONS IN THE HANDLE BARS. THE CONTACT DROVE TO HIS RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT STATED HE NOTICED TREAD SEPARATION ON THE FRONT TIRE. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE CONTACT STATED HE REPLACED THE FRONT TIRE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 14,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
THE RED SECURITY LIGHT APPEARED ON THE SCREEN AND A CODE OF B1154 WAS LOGGED IN THE SYSTEM, AFTER THEY THE BIKE WOULD NOT START WHILE IN GEAR. IT HAS TO BE IN NEUTRAL TO START.
IT IS VERY NICE THAT HD IS DOING A "VOLUNTARY" RECALL. THEY ARE NOT ADDRESSING THE PROBLEM, WHICH IS THE ELECTRONICS MODULE HAS COLD-SOLDER JOINTS ON THE ANTI-LOCK SOLENOIDS. IT IS NOT DUE TO THE LACK OF MAINTENANCE OF THE BRAKE FLUID. I HAD A FIVE YEAR WARRANTY ON MY 2010 FLTRX AND THEY DID ALL OF THE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE, AND MY FRONT BRAKE BECAME UNUSEABLE LAST FALL WHILE RIDING. I CHACKED ALL THE COMPONENTS; MASTER CYLINDER, CALIPERS, BRAKE LINES, AND FINALLY THE ANTI-LOCK MODULE. THE SOLENOIDS WERE LOCKED TIGHT, I CUT THE COVER OFF THE ELECTRONCS MODULES AND DISCOVERED THREE COLD-SOLDER JOINTS ON THREE OF THE FOUR SOLENOIDS. WHEN 12V DC WAS APPLIED TO THE SOLENOIDS DIRECTLY, THE WOULD
HARLEY SENT OUT NOTICE TO FLUSH THE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM WHICH I DID, BUT COULDN'T BLEED THE SYSTEM,SO I TOOK IT TO MY DEALER IN WACO. THEY TOLD ME THE SYSTEM HAD FAILED AND IT WOULD COST $755.49 TO REPLACE THE VALVE. I HAVE DISCOVERED THROUGH ONLINE FORUMS THAT HARLEY'S ARE HAVING THIS PROBLEM. ABS FAILURE CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH. HARLEY NEEDS TO RECALL THE SYSTEM.
SUPPLEMENT TO NHTSA REPORT 11035954. I AM HAVING MY ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM REPLACED. I HAVE TAKEN THE OLD SYSTEM APART DO TO CLAIMS FROM THE MANUFACTURER ISSUES RELATED TO SERVICE INTERVALS, NOT MANUFACTURER DEFECTS. AFTER REMOVING THE TOP OF THE ABS MODULE 40601-08A, THREE COLD-SOLDER JOINTS WERE DISCOVERED ON THE CIRCUIT BOARD TO BRAKE SOLENOID CONNECTIONS. THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM WITH MANY AUTOMOBILE ABS SYSTEMS ALSO, HOWEVER, ON A THIS MOTORCYCLE IT CAUSES A COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKES, NOT JUST A LOSS OF ANTI-LOCK SERVICE. AND, IT DOESN'T TRIGGER AN ABS SERVICE LIGHT, THERE IS ZERO INDICATION WHEN THIS PROBLEM OCCURS. IF I HAD THE MONEY I WOULD TAKE A FEW DOZEN ABS UNITS FROM RANDOM DEALERS
2010 Harley-Davidson Fltrx questions
Does the 2010 Harley-Davidson Fltrx have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2010 Harley-Davidson Fltrx: Brake fluid deposits can stick ABS valve, reducing stopping power; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Harley-Davidson Fltrx?
Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (8), Electrical System (2), Power Train (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2010 Harley-Davidson Fltrx 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.