MYRModel Year Report

1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui

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1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:00:54.219Z

Only 5 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 5 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 Flhtcui Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1997 highlighted. 1994: 0 complaints 1994 1995: 1 complaints 1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 5 complaints 1997 1998: 10 complaints 1998 1999: 10 complaints 2000: 13 complaints 2000 2001: 8 complaints 2002: 8 complaints 2002 2003: 26 complaints 2004: 4 complaints 2004 2005: 5 complaints 2006: 15 complaints 2006 2007: 1 complaints 2007
1997: 5 complaints
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YearComplaints
19940
19951
19962
19975
199810
199910
200013
20018
20028
200326
20044
20055
200615
20071

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

WHEELS

1 of 5 total reports mentions: wheels.

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THE CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING AT 65 MPH AND STOPPED BECAUSE HE THOUGHT HE HAD FLAT TIRE, HOWEVER HE DISCOVERED THAT ALL THE SPOKES WERE MISSING FROM AMERICAN WIRE WHEEL SUPER SPOKE RADIAL LACED REAR WHEEL. *YH

NHTSA ODI report, 20021113

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 5 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

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THE MOTORCYCLE REVED UP TO 4500 RPM WILE AT AN IDLE AND WOULD NOT RETURN TO PROPER IDLE. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20141028

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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FRONT BRAKE DISTRIBUTOR BLOCK, WHICH CONTROLS THE FLOW OF FLUID TO THE BRAKES, FAILED. WHEN DRIVER APPLIED BRAKES FOR A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE FRONT BRAKES HELD FOR A SECOND AND THEN FAILED.

NHTSA ODI report, 19980904

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 5 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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ENGINE SEVERELY OVERHEATS BECAUSE OF DESIGN DEFECT WITH FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM. THIS IS MORE APPARENT BECAUSE OF MANUFACTUERS SIDECAR ON UNIT, INCREASING WEIGHT AND ENGINE LOAD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20000630

ENGINE

1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine.

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THE MOTORCYCLE REVED UP TO 4500 RPM WILE AT AN IDLE AND WOULD NOT RETURN TO PROPER IDLE. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20141028

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

1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 98V158000 (electrical system) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui 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 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui?

The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui 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.