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2012 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUTG recalls and problems

The 2012 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUTG has 1 safety recall and 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Harley-Davidson dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
7
Crashes / fires
3 / 0
Injuries / deaths
3 / 2

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

2012 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUTG 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 FLHTCUTG problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes3
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Structure1
Power Train1
Unknown or Other1
Electrical System1
Steering1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 10,000 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 2012 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUTG complaints

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

Service Brakes · reported Jul 11, 2024
All #'s/times are approx. At 2:15p, sun to back, and 30-35mph going into a curve, bike went off road. No brake lights, New tire, 406 miles on it, 6.6 miles fr: dealership, 3rd time there for random electrical issues, radio, starting, etc. Less than 1 mile tested in parking lot. Battery replaced. Drove thousands of miles since the 1970s. Trike maintained on schedule by dealer. Searched this on the internet, shocked at all of the similar complaints and deaths by sensors and brakes locking up since 2008 and that Harley-Davidson knew about it and did nothing. Witnesses said there was nothing that…
Service Brakes · reported Oct 15, 2021
The contact's husband owned a 2012 Harley-Davidson Tri Glide Ultra Classic. The contact stated while her husband was driving at 30-35 MPH on a curve, the brake pedal or caliber was depressed but failed to respond. The contact stated the motorcycle rolled over and her husband jumped off and fell into a ditch. The emergency units pronounced the contact's husband died at the scene. The contact stated the autopsy revealed that her husband sustained a broken neck and fractured bones. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact…
Unknown or Other · at 10,000 miles · reported Dec 14, 2017
Failure of the compensator-I also hear from hd mechanics that so many of these have failed it should be a recall. I was lucky, mine failed when I had a trailer to tow it. However, the failure of the compensator did cost me $4500 to repair for a $299 part. Please check to see if hd is having that many fail.
Service Brakes · at 10,600 miles · reported Jul 19, 2016
The contact owns a 2012 harley-davidson flhtcutg. While driving downhill at approximately 15-20 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the pedal traveled to the floorboard and failed to stop the motorcycle. As a result of the brake failure, the contact crashed into a guardrail. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries that required medical attention and rehabilitation. The motorcycle was towed to the dealer where it awaited repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 10,600. The VIN was not available. ..updated 02/10/17
Power Train · reported Jun 24, 2014
Cpsc: i1460341a. 2012 harley-davidson flhtcutg. Consumer stated the rear driver differential unexpectedly failed. The motorcycle was repaired.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUTG have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUTG: 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 FLHTCUTG?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (3 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 10,000 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.