2012 Harley-Davidson Fltru recalls and problems

The 2012 Harley-Davidson Fltru has 1 safety recall and 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Harley-Davidson dealer.

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

2012 Harley-Davidson Fltru 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 Fltru problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Steering	3
Engine	2
Power Train	1
Tires	1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1

Most reported parts

Steering › Steering Wheel/Handle Bar — 1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 11,830 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 Fltru complaints

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

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · reported Sep 12, 2014

The contact owns a 2012 harley davidson fltru motorcycle. While traveling at any speed, the vehicle abruptly stopped when the brakes were applied. As a result, the front end vibrated and the motorcycle wobbled. The dealer indicated that the front brake rotors were corroded and needed to be replaced. The motorcycle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was not available.

Steering · at 300 miles · reported Aug 13, 2012

Coming to a slow controlled stop at a red light. As the bike decelerated through 40 miles per hour the handles bars shook, side to side, out of my hands. My bike is a us model now imported to canada. Harley says they have no warranty coverage because of this and will not address any warranty or safety concerns.

Engine · at 112,000 miles · reported Aug 1, 2012

The contact owns a 2012 harley davidson fltru. The contact stated that the exhaust was overheated and the electrical wires were overheated as well. The motorcycle was not taken to the dealer. The dealer was notified and advised the contact to notify the manufacturer. They offered no assistance. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and also offered no assistance. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 112,000 and the current mileage was 140,000.

Steering · at 620 miles · reported Oct 22, 2011

At approximately 45-35mph, when decelerating, the front end wobbles violently, to the point where you must have your hands firmly on the bars to control it. First noticed when bike was in 3rd gear, let off throttle while cruising to stop and used both hands to zip up jacket; nearly crashed as it wobbled me towards center lane. Was able to replicate nearly every time under those conditions; I.e. Run bike to about 50mph, place hands just about 1" above grips and let bike naturally slow down. At 40-38mph wobble will occur to point where bars are shaking so bad you have to grab them. Researched…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Harley-Davidson Fltru have any recalls?

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

Owners report steering problems most often (3 reports), followed by engine (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 11,830 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.