There are no safety recalls for the 2005 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUI, but owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
2005 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUI problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | |
| Wheels | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Electrical System › Horn — 2
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Pads — 1
- Vehicle Speed Control › Cruise Control — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 15,107 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2005 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUI complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Engine · at 20,000 miles · reported Sep 18, 2013
Harley dealership told me to upgrade the cam tensioner on the twin cam 88 motor from 1991-1996. They have a tendencey to "explode" after 20-25k miles. $500 for the part #25284-11, $500-$1000 for labor. There is nothing in the service manuals for checking this part. To replace it requires a complete motor tear down. This should be recalled for a motor part not to last over 20k miles.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 15,107 miles · reported Oct 17, 2006
2005 harley ultra rear brakes failed. The friction material had fallen off the backing plate. The consumer replaced the pads himself. Almost two months later the rear wheel developed a 10 inch split which caused the bike to operate erratically. The bike was towed to the dealer where they replaced the wheel under warranty. After the tech put the new wheel on he took the bike for a test drive. Upon returning to the shop the front brakes failed. The friction material had fallen off the backing plate. The tech replaced the front pads, but not under the warranty. The cruise control failed.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 12,047 miles · reported Sep 6, 2006
Dt*: the contact stated while traveling 50 MPH, the hydraulic rear brake did not work at all. The front brake had to be applied to stop the vehicle. There was no warning prior to the braking. The road condition was hard surfaced. Also, the second time the front brake lining pad had fractured. The vehicle was taken to the service dealer but was unable to repair due to high volume of work and instead the contact fixed the vehicle. The manufacturer was alerted but was advised that it was not covered under warranty. Updated 10/17/2006 -
Electrical System · at 20,000 miles · reported May 9, 2006
No events other than poor workmanship. Horn doesn't work. Safety is my concern. Harley-davidson says there is nothing wrong with my horn. They say that at 2000 RPM when you press the horn button it works. Sitting still or idling the horn will not work. They say no one uses the horn at idle or sitting still. If I AM sitting at a light and someone turns into my lane I need to warn them. Harley says put it in neutral and rev the engine to 2000 RPM then blow the horn.
Electrical System · at 2,000 miles · reported May 9, 2006
Harley davidson horn doesn't work. The horn was replaced at 1000 miles. Still doesn't work. It sounds like a wounded duck. Harley dealer says the horn is fine and that you must be running the engine at 2000 RPM for the horn to work. It worked fine when purchased. I say its a defect in manufacturing. If you need the horn you must be driving at 2000 RPM or better. Makes no sense. You must investigate this problem. Someone will get hurt.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUI have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2005 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUI as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUI?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (2 reports), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 15,107 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.