2018 Harley-Davidson Flhx recalls and problems

The 2018 Harley-Davidson Flhx has 1 safety recall and 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Harley-Davidson dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
8
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2018 Harley-Davidson Flhx vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2018 Harley-Davidson Flhx recalls

Recall 18V-734: Power Train

Reported Oct 18, 2018 · 177,636 vehicles affected · Harley-Davidson Motor Company

Problem: 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 Limited Low (FLHTKL), Ultra Limited Shrine (FLHTK SHRINE), Police Electra Glide (FLHTP), Street Glide (FLHX), Street Glide Special (FLHXS), Road Glide Ultra (FLTRU), Road Glide (FLTRX), Road Glide Special (FLTRXS), Freewheeler (FLRT), Tri Glide Ultra (FLHTCUTG), CVO Limited (FLHTKSE) and CVO Street Glide (FLHXSE) motorcycles, 2017 Softail Slim S (FLSS), Fat Boy S (FLSTFBS) and CVO Pro Street Breakout (FXSE) motorcycles, 2018 115th Anniversary Ultra Limited (FLHTK ANV), 115th Anniversary Street Glide (FLHX ANV), 115th Anniversary Street Glide Special (FLHXS ANX), 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra (FLHTCUTG ANV), 115th Anniversary CVO Limited (FLHTKSE ANV) and CVO Road Glide (FLTRXSE) motorcycles. The secondary clutch actuator cylinder may leak fluid internally and the clutch master cylinder may lose the ability to generate enough lift to disengage the clutch.

Risk: If the clutch cannot be disengaged it can result in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will install a new secondary clutch actuator piston assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 5, 2018. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0173.

2018 Harley-Davidson Flhx problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Power Train5
Electrical System2
Steering1
Engine1
Unknown or Other1
Wheels1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 3,500 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 2018 Harley-Davidson Flhx complaints

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

Electrical System · at 15,580 miles · reported Jul 19, 2020
Voltage regulator went bad putting out too much voltage at times then not enough voltage jumping into red st times almost 16 volts causing headlight to go dim then bright at times
Power Train · at 500 miles · reported Jun 1, 2020
Clutch safety switch intermittently not working. Can not be started in gear with clutch lever pulled in. Causes engine to idle rough and stall in traffic when idling at intersections.
Wheels · reported Aug 22, 2019
The contact owns a 2018 harley-davidson street glide special (Flhx). While driving 65 MPH, the motorcycle wobbled when making turns. The failure occurred on the front end of the motorcycle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Power Train · at 15 miles · reported Jun 26, 2019
I have a 2018 street glide and had the clutch actuator recall work performed at the dealer this past winter. It failed sunday and I was broke down. Harley dealer claimed they replaced it today all was well come get the bike.. As I was leaving the dealer with my so called fixed motorcycle I got of the highway on an off ramp the clutch lever had no resistance and did not respond as I was trying to gear down for my anticipated departure from the hwy! This could have killed me !! Dangerous, traffic was heavy three cars at the intersection in front of me and I was just able to avoid collision by…
Power Train · at 4,600 miles · reported Apr 29, 2019
Clutch stopped working at about 4600 miles after 1,000 trip day before weather temp to 37 degrees went to leave house got to stop sign on city street 1/4 block from house, upon trying to use clutch to stop, no clutch came close to losing control, if had been any faster or out on road would have had accident

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Harley-Davidson Flhx have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2018 Harley-Davidson Flhx: 18V-734 (power train). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Harley-Davidson Flhx?

Owners report power train problems most often (5 reports), followed by electrical system (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 3,500 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.