Harley-Davidson FLHTCU recalls and problems
13 recalls and 266 owner complaints for 12 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
13
Complaints
266
Crashes reported
15
Fires reported
2
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Harley-Davidson FLHTCU by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 FLHTCU | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 FLHTCU | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 FLHTCU | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 FLHTCU | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 FLHTCU | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 FLHTCU | 5 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 FLHTCU | 0 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| 2011 FLHTCU | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 FLHTCU | 3 | 31 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 FLHTCU | 3 | 70 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 FLHTCU | 2 | 81 | 6 | 1 | 8 | 0 |
| 2007 FLHTCU | 0 | 48 | 3 | 0 | 17 | 0 |
Most reported Harley-Davidson FLHTCU problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 84 | |
| Power Train | 46 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 43 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 28 | |
| Electrical System | 26 | |
| Engine | 17 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 | |
| Wheels | 10 | |
| Suspension | 9 | |
| Unknown or Other | 8 |
All Harley-Davidson FLHTCU recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19V-574 | Aug 5, 2019 | 2017–2019 | Visibility | Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain Touring and CVO Touring motorcycles, including 2017-2019 FLHTCU, FLHTCUL, FLHTK ANV, FLHTKL, FLTRU, FLHTK, and 2016-2019 FLHTKSE, FLHTKSE ANV, and… |
| 18V-734 | Oct 18, 2018 | 2017–2018 | Power Train | Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Police Road King (FLHP), Road King (FLHR), Road King Special (FLHRXS), Electra Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU), Ultra Limited (FLHTK), Ultra… |
| 18V-076 | Jan 29, 2018 | 2008–2011 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 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… |
| 17V-333 | May 22, 2017 | 2017 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2017 Electric Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU), Police Electra Glide (FLHTP), Police Road King (FLHP), Road King (FLHR), Road King Special (FLHRXS), Street… |
| 16V-471 | Jun 27, 2016 | 2016 | Power Train | Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain model year 2016 Electric Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU), Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low (FLHTCUL), Ultra Limited Low (FLHTKL), Ultra Limited (FLHTK)… |
| 15V-427 | Jul 6, 2015 | 2014–2015 | Equipment | Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Road King (FLHR), Street Glide (FLHX), Street Glide Special (FLHXS), Electra Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU), Ultra Limited (FLHTK)… |
| 15V-216 | Apr 13, 2015 | 2014–2015 | Power Train | Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) notified the agency on April 9, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Electra Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU), Electra Glide Ultra Classic - Twin Cooled… |
| 14V-537 | Sep 5, 2014 | 2014 | Power Train | Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain model year 2014 Electra Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU), Ultra Limited (FLHTK), Police Electra Glide (FLHTP), Street Glide Special (FLHXS), Street Glide… |
| 14V-319 | Jun 12, 2014 | 2014 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain model year 2014 ABS-equipped Touring and CVO Touring motorcycles, models FLHTK, FLHTKSE, FLHTKSHRINE, FLHTCU, FLHTCUTC, FLHTP, FLHX, FLHXS, FLHXSHRINE… |
| 13V-515 | Oct 17, 2013 | 2014 | Power Train | Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain model year 2014 FLHTCU, FLHTK, FLHTP, FLHX, FLHXS, FLHTKSE, and FLHRSE motorcycles manufactured May 3, 2013, through October 14, 2013. |
| 11V-506 | Oct 19, 2011 | 2009–2011 | Exterior Lighting | Harley-davidson is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 touring, cvo touring and trike vehicles manufactured from june 6, 2008, through september 16, 2011. |
| 09V-457 | Dec 1, 2009 | 2009–2010 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Harley-davidson is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 touring family motorcycles, including cvo touring and trike products, manufactured from june 6, 2008 through november 19, 2009. |
| 08V-357 | Jul 30, 2008 | 2008 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Harley davidson is recalling 47,579 my 2008 flhp, flhpe, flhr, flhrc, flhrse4, flht, flhtc, flhtcu, flhtcuse3, flhtp, flhx, and fltr motorcycles. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Harley-Davidson FLHTCU?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2008 Harley-Davidson FLHTCU has the most reports (81). Check the 2008 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson FLHTCU have?
NHTSA lists 13 safety recalls covering Harley-Davidson FLHTCU model years 2008–2011, 2014–2019.
What are the most common Harley-Davidson FLHTCU problems?
Owners report service brakes, power train, engine and engine cooling problems most often.