The 1999 Harley-Davidson Fxdl has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Wheels (1 report).
1999 Harley-Davidson Fxdl recalls
Most common 1999 Harley-Davidson Fxdl problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Wheels | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
What owners report
I JUST PURCHASE A 1999 HARLEY DAVIDSON FXDL FROM SMOKEY MOUNTAIN HARLEY DAVIDSON. ON MY WAY TO WORK DOING ABOUT 70MPH I EXPERIENCED A HIGH SPEED "WOBBLE" ON THE BIKE CAUSING A IMMEDIATE LOSS OF CONTROL AND MANUVERABILITY OF THE MOTORCYCLE. I HAD TO SLOWLY REDUCE SPEED AND TRY WITH WHAT LITTLE STEERING TO PULL OVER ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. IT ALMOST MADE ME CRASH THE MOTORCYCLE BECAUSE I WASNT PERPARED OR EXPECTING IT TO HAPPEN OR HAD ANY KNOWLEDGE THE BIKE WAS DEFECTIVE. I IMMEDIATELY CONTACTED SMHD AND EXPLAINED TO THEM THE PROBLE AND DROPPED IT OFF FOR REPAIR AND THEY GAVE THE MOTORCYCLE BACK AND SAID THEY "DIDNT FIND ANYTHING WRONG." THIS COULD BE DEADLY AND IS A SAFETY ISSUE THAT NEEDS F
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
THE BROKEN PIVOT BOLT CAUSED THE REAR WHEEL TO FALL OFF, WHICH ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
1999 Harley-Davidson Fxdl questions
Does the 1999 Harley-Davidson Fxdl have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1999 Harley-Davidson Fxdl: Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Harley-Davidson Fxdl?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Wheels (1), Engine And Engine Cooling (1), Engine (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1999 Harley-Davidson Fxdl 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.