2012 Harley-Davidson Flhr recalls and problems

The 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhr has 1 safety recall and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Harley-Davidson dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

0 / 0

Injuries / deaths

0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhr vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2012 Harley-Davidson Flhr recalls

Recall 11V-506: Exterior Lighting

Reported Oct 19, 2011 · 250,757 vehicles affected · HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY

Problem: Harley-davidson is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 touring, cvo touring and trike vehicles manufactured from june 6, 2008, through september 16, 2011. See the above list for the models included in the recall. The rear brake light switch may be exposed to excessive heat from the exhaust system.

Risk: The excessive heat may cause the switch to not activate the brake lamp or activate the brake lamp when no brake is applied and/or cause a brake fluid leak at the brake light switch, affecting rear brake performance. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Harley-davidson will notify owners, and dealers will a install a rear brake light switch kit, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during october 31, 2011. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

2012 Harley-Davidson Flhr problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes	2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 21,887 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhr complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes · reported Nov 13, 2021

The other day the front brake lever became very hard to pull. It is normally easy to use. The brakes still work and release as usual, but it is very hard to pull the lever and I have no "feel" for braking due to the effort needed to pull the lever. My search for information points to the ABS. Thank you, Carmen.

Service Brakes · at 21,887 miles · reported May 2, 2021

Abs lock out of front brakes. Lever seized leaving rider without front brakes. Came to a stop in rest area with functional brakes and after a short break handle was sized and front brake was no longer functional.

Other Harley-Davidson Flhr years

2022 2021 2020 2018 2017 2015 201420122011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2003 2002 2001

Compare all Harley-Davidson Flhr years · All Harley-Davidson models

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhr have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhr: 11V-506 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhr?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (2 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 21,887 miles.

Are Harley-Davidson recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Harley-Davidson dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.