MYRModel Year Report

1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu

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1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:53:02.432Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint 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 Flhtcu Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 highlighted. 1994: 2 complaints 1994 1995: 5 complaints 1996: 1 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 0 complaints 2007: 48 complaints 2008: 81 complaints 2008 2009: 70 complaints 2010: 31 complaints 2011: 6 complaints 2011 2013: 7 complaints 2014: 9 complaints 2015: 2 complaints 2015 2016: 6 complaints 2017: 3 complaints 2018: 1 complaints 2018 2019: 1 complaints 2019
1996: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19942
19955
19961
19972
19980
200748
200881
200970
201031
20116
20137
20149
20152
20166
20173
20181
20191

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 1 total report mentions: electrical system.

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AFTER THE RECALL WORK WAS PERFORMED REGARDING A DEFECTIVE IGNITION SWITCH, THE ENGINE CUT OFF, AFTER THE THIRD VISIT TO THE DEALER, THE IGNITION COIL WAS REPLACED.*TS *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20030320

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19980720 — electrical system

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: FL TOURING MOTORCYCLES. A LOSS OF ELECTRICAL POWER THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH CAN OCCUR DUE TO EXCESSIVE CURRENT AND OTHER FACTORS.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH/CIRCUIT BREAKER AND INSTALL A RELAY KIT.

Campaign 98V158000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 98V158000 (electrical system) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu 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 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu?

The most-reported component is electrical system:ignition, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu 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.