There are no safety recalls for the 2018 Harley-Davidson FXFBS, but owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA.
2018 Harley-Davidson FXFBS problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 2,200 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2018 Harley-Davidson FXFBS complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Vehicle Speed Control · at 2,000 miles · reported Mar 23, 2020
Moisture is collecting under the speedometer, forcing me not to know my speed, RPM, etc. This is very dangerous. I AM on my second factory replacement of the unit.
Electrical System · at 5,000 miles · reported Apr 2, 2019
The speedometer fills with condensation rendering it unreadable. Harley davidson corporate is replacing defective speedometers with another defective speedometer and refuses to replace it more than once.
Electrical System · reported Mar 29, 2019
Condensation forms inside the instrument cluster while driving, rendering the speed indicator unreadable. This is a very serious safety hazard because the driver can become distracted trying to read the instrument cluster through the condensation. It's also a safety hazard because the driver can't determine their speed when the speedometer is unreadable. The condensation may also cause the instrument cluster to fail over time. Harley davidson is aware of the issue, but has advised that they will only fix it once, and won't guarantee that the replacement cluster won't have the same issue with…
Electrical System · at 15 miles · reported Feb 28, 2019
After the motorcycle warms up (About 15 minutes of riding), condensation begins to form inside the speedometer on the inside of the glass. This condensation blocks the view of the speed reading and other indicators. At night, visibility is even worse when this occurs. Harley says that this is just the way it is, but that cannot be the case. The gauge should be completely sealed so moisture cannot get in. This is a widely reported problem and should be addressed because it is dangerous. The picture I attached shows the condensation forming on the bottom. It gets even worse than the photo I…
Vehicle Speed Control · at 4,000 miles · reported Feb 28, 2019
After taking my '18 hd out for lunch, the speedometer fogged up while I was inside the building (About thirty minutes - ~75 degrees outside). The entire ride home the speedometer was fogged up and I was unable to see the speed of my motorcycle or gear that the bike was in. Since the unit only has an analog tach I AM out of luck when it comes to determining my speed to keep safe / lawful vehicle operation on the road. I phoned hd to ask about possible warranty options and I was told "this is normal behavior" and that they would / could do nothing about it - knowing that their users are unable…
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Harley-Davidson FXFBS have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2018 Harley-Davidson FXFBS as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Harley-Davidson FXFBS?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (4 reports), followed by vehicle speed control (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 2,200 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.