MYRModel Year Report

2012 Harley-Davidson Flhr

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2012 Harley-Davidson Flhr
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:50:27.975Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Harley-Davidson Flhr Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2012 highlighted. 1995: 6 complaints 1995 1997: 1 complaints 1999: 8 complaints 2001: 4 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2003: 3 complaints 2004: 1 complaints 2004 2005: 2 complaints 2007: 4 complaints 2008: 14 complaints 2008 2009: 10 complaints 2010: 3 complaints 2011: 9 complaints 2011 2012: 2 complaints 2012 2013: 2 complaints 2014: 3 complaints 2014 2015: 2 complaints 2017: 3 complaints 2018: 4 complaints 2018 2019: 2 complaints 2020: 1 complaints 2021: 0 complaints 2021 2022: 0 complaints 2022
2012: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19956
19971
19998
20014
20022
20033
20041
20052
20074
200814
200910
20103
20119
20122
20132
20143
20152
20173
20184
20192
20201
20210
20220

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 2 total reports mention: service brakes.

Show complaint excerpts

The other day the front brake lever became very hard to pull. It is normally easy to use. The brakes still work and release as usual, but it is very hard to pull the lever and I have no "feel" for braking due to the effort needed to pull the lever.

NHTSA ODI report, 20211113

ABS LOCK OUT OF FRONT BRAKES. LEVER SEIZED LEAVING RIDER WITHOUT FRONT BRAKES. CAME TO A STOP IN REST AREA WITH FUNCTIONAL BRAKES AND AFTER A SHORT BREAK HANDLE WAS SIZED AND FRONT BRAKE WAS NO LONGER FUNCTIONAL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20210502

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20111031 — exterior lighting

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

Remedy: 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 HARLE

Campaign 11V506000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2012 Harley-Davidson Flhr — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 11V506000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhr reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhr?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhr have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.