Harley-Davidson FLHTK recalls and problems
12 recalls and 161 owner complaints for 13 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
12
Complaints
161
Crashes reported
9
Fires reported
1
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Harley-Davidson FLHTK by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 FLHTK | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 FLHTK | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 FLHTK | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 FLHTK | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 FLHTK | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 FLHTK | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 FLHTK | 1 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 FLHTK | 2 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 FLHTK | 5 | 37 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 FLHTK | 0 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 FLHTK | 1 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2011 FLHTK | 2 | 20 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 FLHTK | 3 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Most reported Harley-Davidson FLHTK problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 60 | |
| Power Train | 30 | |
| Engine | 25 | |
| Electrical System | 16 | |
| Wheels | 14 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | |
| Steering | 9 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 8 | |
| Unknown or Other | 6 | |
| Structure | 6 |
All Harley-Davidson FLHTK recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22V-781 | Oct 18, 2022 | 2020–2022 | Exterior Lighting | Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Trike and CVO Trike and 2020-2022 Touring and CVO Touring motorcycles. |
| 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 | 2010–2011 | 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… |
| 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 | 2010–2012 | 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 | 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. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Harley-Davidson FLHTK?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2014 Harley-Davidson FLHTK has the most reports (37). Check the 2014 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson FLHTK have?
NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls covering Harley-Davidson FLHTK model years 2010–2012, 2014–2022.
What are the most common Harley-Davidson FLHTK problems?
Owners report service brakes, power train, engine problems most often.