2021 Harley-Davidson Fxlrs Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2021 Harley-Davidson Fxlrs has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Suspension (1 report).

2Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Fxlrs?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2021 Harley-Davidson Fxlrs recalls

Rear Shock Mount Can Break, Causing Sudden Tire Deflation

Recall 25V375Jun 6, 202582,117 vehicles affected

A mounting tab on the rear shock pre-load adjuster can break.

Rear Shock Fastener May Break, Causing Tire Pressure Loss

Recall 23V591Aug 22, 202365,224 vehicles affected

A fastener that secures the rear shock absorber on certain Harley-Davidson Softail motorcycles may break.

Most common 2021 Harley-Davidson Fxlrs problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Suspension1
Service Brakes1
Unknown Or Other1

What owners report

2026-03-27, Unknown Or Other
NHTSA Complaint Description — This complaint concerns two unrepaired safety recalls (23V591 and 25V375) on a 2021 Harley-Davidson Low Rider S (FXLRS) Softail motorcycle that were never remedied prior to a fatal crash on April 12, 2023. Recall 23V591 (issued August 2023) involves a fastener that may fracture, allowing the rear shock absorber adjuster to contact the rear tire, creating a groove and causing sudden loss of tire pressure — increasing crash risk. Recall 25V375 (issued June 2025) involves the rear shock pre-load adjuster mounting tab, which may fracture under normal use, with the same potential tire contact and pressure loss hazard. Neither recall was repaired prior to the fat
2025-06-23, Service Brakes
The rear brakes will not and do not stop the bike. The ABS rear brakes do not engage yet when checking the error codes on the bike it shows the brakes are engaging. This is very dangerous. You need both brakes on a motorcycle
2023-09-14, Suspension
The contact owns a 2021 Harley-Davidson FXLRS. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V591000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

2021 Harley-Davidson Fxlrs questions

Does the 2021 Harley-Davidson Fxlrs have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2021 Harley-Davidson Fxlrs: Rear Shock Mount Can Break, Causing Sudden Tire Deflation; Rear Shock Fastener May Break, Causing Tire Pressure Loss. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Harley-Davidson Fxlrs?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (1), Service Brakes (1), Unknown Or Other (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Harley-Davidson Fxlrs 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.

Other Harley-Davidson Fxlrs years

Other 2021 Harley-Davidson models