2006 Harley-Davidson Flhxi recalls and problems

The 2006 Harley-Davidson Flhxi has 1 safety recall and 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Harley-Davidson dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
4
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2006 Harley-Davidson Flhxi vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2006 Harley-Davidson Flhxi recalls

Recall 05V-427: Visibility

Reported Sep 22, 2005 · 2,393 vehicles affected · HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY

Problem: Certain motorcycles were built with mirrors that were improperly located on the inner fairing.

Risk: In this condition, it is not possible to adjust the mirrors properly, thereby not allowing the rider to have the appropriate rearward field of vision, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: At the option of the owner, the dealer will (1) replace the inner fairing with a new inner that has the mirror mounting holes properly positioned; (2) drill another hole and have the mirrors repositioned. This method will cause the original hole to be exposed outside of the mirror base, which is cosmetically undesirable. The exposed hole would be covered with a decal; or (3) drill another hole and have the mirrors repositioned, then, at a later date, have the mirrors replaced with new mirrors that have a larger base which will cover the original mounting hole. This recall began on october 28, 2005. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 414-343-4056.

2006 Harley-Davidson Flhxi problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Structure1
Steering1

Most reported parts

  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 1
  • Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 22,000 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 2006 Harley-Davidson Flhxi complaints

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

Steering · at 22,000 miles · reported May 28, 2013
My complaint is harley-davidson motorcycle manufacturing company knowingly manufactured unsafe parts that supported the structural integrity of the bat wing fairing mounted to the front suspension of all touring model motorcycles manufactured from 2006 till 2009. Harley davidson showed bad faith and the fact that no manufacture safety recall or best practices notification were attempted. I'm hoping that the federal government will hold harley-davidson accountable for their unsafe act. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (Foia), 5 U.S.c. 552(B)(6).
Structure · at 7,225 miles · reported Jun 12, 2009
2006 harley davidson flhxi mirrors vibrate to the point you can not see anything with them. The support bracket inside the fairing broken where upper screw goes threw bracket and into fairing. Harley davidson has come out with a new bracket but will not issue a recall because they feel it is not a safety issue. If it was not a safety issue then why does the state of maryland state you must have them on the motorcycle.
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 27,000 miles · reported Feb 20, 2008
2006 harley davidson flhxi inner cam bearings failure at 27,000 miles causing the crank shaft to be destroyed due to the failure of the inner cam bearings, destroying the motor. Purchased bike with only 1,912 miles on it.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · reported Nov 16, 2007
2006 harley flhxi with vibrations in the front wheel. Consumer states that the vibration comes from the front wheel during braking. The consumer was informed the brake rotors were warped and the condition was fair wear and tear.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Harley-Davidson Flhxi have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Harley-Davidson Flhxi: 05V-427 (visibility). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Harley-Davidson Flhxi?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (1 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 22,000 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.