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1HD1FC4138Y••••••2008 Harley-davidson FLHTCU
This build draws 1.7× more complaints than the average 2008 Harley-davidson FLHTCU build (4 vs 2).
4on this build
65on the model
28builds in total
Most reportedEngine And Engine Cooling 1Power Train 1Service Brakes 1
What owners of this build wrote
Service BrakesAug 2018
The contact owns a 2008 harley-davidson flhtcu. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 18V076000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The motorcycle was taken to sandy's harley-davidson sport center (11940 n maple island rd, fremont, mi 49412, (231) 924-3020)…
Power TrainFeb 2015
In april 2012 I was experiencing loud noises from the primary side of my 96 v twin engine and it would not start. Upon inspection by a certified harley tech. It was discovered the entire clutch assembly and compensator sprocket were damaged due to the disintegration of the…
Unknown Or OtherNov 2008
I noticed a vibration on our motorcycle when we reached 65 mph or faster on the motorcycle from the warranty repairs last month. When I polished the motorcycle I noticed a an imperfection on the rear drive gear. It may be a casting problem. I have pictures to send. Please…
Engine And Engine CoolingMay 2008
The throttle control on the motorcycle is a "throttle by wire" type of control and the idle position does not remain constant. One time the motor will idle at 1050 RPM's and the next time it will idle at 1400 RPM's. Also while driving the motorcycle the idle point will increase…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1HD1FC4138Y691110 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.