2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHX Problems

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Complaints by Component

POWER TRAIN

2 complaints

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

Apr 29, 2019

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON STREET GLIDE SPECANX (FLHX). THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBER: 0173 (HYDRAULIC CLUTCH SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR AS THE RECALL NOTICE WAS RECEIVED OVER A YEAR AGO. THE DEALER (HARLEY-DAVIDSON OF CINCINNATI, 1799 TENNESSEE AVE, CINCINNATI, OH 45229, (513) 641-1188) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED SEVERAL TIMES AND WAS UNABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.

Dec 27, 2018

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 complaint

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

Jul 19, 2020

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 complaint

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. *TR

Jun 01, 2020

WHEELS

1 complaint

TL* 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.

Aug 22, 2019

POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

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 SLAMMING MY BREAKS AND TRY TOO STALL ENGINE AND TURN IT OFF AT SAME TIME. VERY DANGEROUS

Jun 26, 2019

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE

1 complaint

TRANSMISSION IS LOSING OIL INTO PRIMARY. IT OVER FILLS THE PRIMARY WHILE DRAINING THE TRANSMISSION OF NEEDED LUBRICATION. AN OVERFILLED PRIMARY CAN CAUSE HARD SHIFTS, AND COULD POTENTIALLY DAMAGE THE CLUTCH.

Oct 23, 2018

STEERING

1 complaint

MY 2018 HD STREET GLIDE FLHX FRONT TIRE LIFTS OFF THE GROUND UPON A STOPPED LEFT TURN. THIS HAS CAUSED ME 2 ACCIDENTS. ONE AT $11,000 AND THE OTHER STILL IN CONSIDERATION. ACCIDENT #1 3/17/18. STOPPED ON STREET, TURN LEFT INTO DRIVEWAY. LOST CONTROL OF THE BIKE AND HIT A WALL. SPENT 3 DAYS IN THE HOSPITAL. BIKE HAD OVER $11,000 IN DAMAGE. ACCIDENT #2. STOPPED ON A CITY STREET. TURN LEFT. LOST CONTROL OF THE BIKE. HIT A TREE. STITCHES, ROAD RASH, CONTUSIONS AND DAMAGE TO THE BIKE YET TO BE REVEALED.

Aug 02, 2018

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

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Locate Your VIN

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Review by Component

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many problems does the 2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHX have?

The 2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHX currently has 8 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHX?

The most common problems reported for the 2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHX are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHX problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHX comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.

How do I report problems with my 2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHX?

You can report safety problems with your 2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHX directly to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov or call 1-888-327-4236. Your complaint helps identify patterns and may lead to recalls or investigations.

Where can I find my VIN to check problems?

Your 2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHX VIN is located in 4 places: (1) Dashboard near windshield on driver's side, (2) Driver's door jamb sticker, (3) Engine bay, (4) Vehicle registration and insurance documents.

Is the 2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHX reliable?

Reliability can be assessed by reviewing the number and severity of owner complaints for the 2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHX. Check complaints by component, crash reports, and fire incidents above to evaluate potential issues and problem patterns.