2011 Harley-Davidson FLHTC recalls and problems

The 2011 Harley-Davidson FLHTC has 2 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Harley-Davidson dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2011 Harley-Davidson FLHTC vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2011 Harley-Davidson FLHTC recalls

Recall 18V-076: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Jan 29, 2018 · 174,636 vehicles affected · Harley-Davidson Motor Company

Problem: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling all 2008-2011 Touring, CVO Touring and VSRC motorcycles equipped with anti-lock brakes (ABS), including Road King (FLHR), Road King Police (EFI) (FLHP), Road King Police (EFI) (FLHPE), Electra Glide Standard Police (EFI) (FLHTP), Electra Glide Classic (EFI) (FLHTC), Electra Glide Ultra Classic (EFI) (FLHTCU) and Street Glide (EFI) (FLHX), 2008 VROD (VRSCAWA), CVO Road King 4 (FLHRSE4), Night Rod (VRSCDA), CVO Ultra Classic 3 (FLHTCUSE3), Night Rod Special (VRSCDXA), 2008-2010 Road King Classic (EFI) (FLHRC), 2008-2009 Road Glide (EFI) (FLTR) and Electra Glide Standard (EFI) (FLHT), 2009-2010 V-Rod (VRSCAW), 2009 CVO Ultra Classic (FLHTCUSE4) and CVO Road Glide 3 (FLTRSE3), 2009-2011 Night Rod Special (VRSCDX) and V-Rod Muscle (VRSCF), 2010 CVO Ultra Classic 5 (FLHTCUSE5) and CVO Street Glide (FLHXSE), 2010-2011 Electra Glide Ultra Limited (FLHTK) and Road Glide Custom (FLTRX), 2011 Road Glide Ultra 103 (FLTRU103), Street Glide 103 (FLHX103), Road King Classic 103 (FLHRC103), CVO Ultra Classic 6 (FLHTCUSE6), CVO Road Glide Ultra (FLTRUSE), Road Glide Custom 103 (FLTRX103), and CVO Street Glide 2 (FLHXSE2) motorcycles. Deposits may form on components within the brake system if the DOT 4 brake fluid is not replaced for a prolonged period of time beyond the 2-year maintenance schedule specified in the OwnerÂs Manual.

Risk: These deposits may cause a valve within the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit to stick, reducing braking ability and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will flush the entire brake system with new Platinum Label DOT 4 brake fluid, free of charge. The recall began on February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0171.

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.

2011 Harley-Davidson FLHTC problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes	2
Engine and Engine Cooling	1
Suspension	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 18,000 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 2011 Harley-Davidson FLHTC complaints

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

Service Brakes · at 10,000 miles · reported Nov 25, 2019

The contact owns a 2011 harley-davidson electra glide classic (Flhtc) motorcycle. While driving 40 MPH, the contact attempted to apply the brakes; however, the vehicle started smoking and the back tire locked up into a fishtail. The trailing driver stated that the brake lights did not illuminate. The contact was thrown off the motorcycle into the middle of the street. The motorcycle skid onto its side into the sidewalk. The contact was not injured. A police report was not filed. The contact was able to restart the motorcycle and continued driving a short distance to his destination. The…

Service Brakes · at 39,500 miles · reported Feb 16, 2018

Nhtsb safety issue id 18v076000 indicated a brake fluid replacement would be the resolution to the brake problem. I believe this is incorrect. Last year I had the box that controls the ABS fluid pressure replaced. This did not include changing the electrical control board. I have also had the front master cylinder replaced. Each time the fluid was replaced and the work was completed by a harley certified mechanic. Unfortunately I continue to have issues with the front brakes either not working and requiring pumping, ABS triggering and not doing anything, and 'squishy' front brake lever. Each…

Suspension · at 18,000 miles · reported Aug 20, 2012

The contact owns a 2011 harley davidson flhtc motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH the wheel bearings failed. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection where the wheel bearings were repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 18,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 650 miles · reported Dec 4, 2011

Factory failure. Incorect pour of aluminum mold for engine casting/ engine block, resulting in oil leak. Engine block sweating oil and spreading oil along bottom of frame from front to rear of motorcycle. Engine pourous.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Harley-Davidson FLHTC have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2011 Harley-Davidson FLHTC: 18V-076 (service brakes, hydraulic), 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 2011 Harley-Davidson FLHTC?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (2 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 18,000 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.