CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Harley-Davidson Fltrxs has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (6 reports).
2017 Harley-Davidson Fltrxs recalls
Clutch may fail to disengage, raising crash risk
The secondary clutch actuator cylinder can leak fluid internally, and the clutch master cylinder may lose the ability to generate enough lift to disengage the clutch.
Oil Cooler Line Can Detach, Causing Sudden Oil Loss
A clamp securing an engine oil cooler line on certain 2017 Harley-Davidson motorcycles may have been installed improperly.
Most common 2017 Harley-Davidson Fltrxs problems
Problem areas named in the 8 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 6 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 HARLEY-DAVIDSON ROAD GLIDE SPECIAL (FLTRXS) MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FLUID WAS VERY LOW AND FLUID WAS ERRONEOUSLY TRANSFERRED FROM THE TRANSMISSION INTO THE PRIMARY CHAIN CASE. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. RED ROCK HARLEY-DAVIDSON (2260 S RAINBOW BLVD, LAS VEGAS, NV 89146) AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE, BUT NO ASSISTANCE WAS OFFERED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 30,000.
2017 HARLEY DAVIDSON. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEFECTIVE HYDRAULIC CLUTCH SYSTEM. *LD *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 HARLEY-DAVIDSON ROAD GLIDE SPECIAL (FLTRXS). THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V734000 (POWER TRAIN). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER FAILED TO REPAIR THE MOTORCYCLE WITHIN A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME. ROMMEL HARLEY-DAVIDSON DELMARVA (22586 SUSSEX HWY, SEAFORD, DE 19973) CONFIRMED THAT PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND PROVIDED CASE NUMBER: 3608893. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 HARLEY-DAVIDSON ROAD GLIDE SPECIAL (FLTRXS). THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V734000 (POWER TRAIN). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED DALLAS HARLEY-DAVIDSON (334 W CENTERVILLE RD, GARLAND, TX 75041, (972) 270-3962) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
FINALLY GOT THE BIKE BACK AFTER 7 DAYS IN THE SHOP. I WAS ENTERING THE HIGHWAY UNDER ACCELERATION AND THE BIKE WENT INTO LIMP MODE. I MANAGED TO PULL OVER TO THE SHOULDER WITHOUT GETTING RUN OVER. CALLED THE LOCAL HD DEALER FROM THE SHOULDER. WHEN I GOT OFF THE PHONE THE BIKE STARTED NORMALLY, SO I RODE IT DIRECTLY THERE WITH THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT ON. THEY KEPT IT ALL WEEK TO REPLACE THE VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR. IT WAS DELIVERED TO MY HOUSE 7 DAYS LATER AND ROLLED INTO THE GARAGE. STARTED TO TAKE IT OUT THE NEXT MORNING. GOT ABOUT 1 MI AWAY BEFORE IT WENT INTO LIMP MODE. I WAS ACCELERATING FROM A STOP LIGHT, TURNING LEFT. MADE IT TO THE GAS STATION ON THE CORNER WITHOUT GETTING HIT. CALLED H
2017 Harley-Davidson Fltrxs questions
Does the 2017 Harley-Davidson Fltrxs have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2017 Harley-Davidson Fltrxs: Clutch may fail to disengage, raising crash risk; Oil Cooler Line Can Detach, Causing Sudden Oil Loss. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Harley-Davidson Fltrxs?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (6), Engine (2), Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Harley-Davidson Fltrxs has been fixed?
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