2008 Harley-Davidson Flhx
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 0 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 30 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 24 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 4 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2024 | 10 |
| 2025 | 2 |
| 2026 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
30% of complaints: service brakes — 9 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
2008 HARLEY DAVIDSON ANTI LOCK BRAKE FAILURE INVESTIGATION-- UNABLE TO STOP SAFELY WHEN ANTI LOCK BRAKES FAILED TO WORK PROPERLY. BRAKES WERE APPLIED MC SKIDDED AND LOST CONTROL AND I WAS EJECTED FROM THE MC.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160720
after Harley Davidson performed the recall, the brakes are now lock up due to deposits in brake hydraulic control unit making the motorcycle unsafe to ride.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260402
REAR PEDAL BECAME TO HARD TO PRESS ABS MODULE FAIL WHILE IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY
NHTSA ODI report, 20190423
20% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.
Show complaint excerpts
WHEN RIDING THE THROTTLE GOES INTO LIMP MODE. ON THE FREEWAY WHILE CHANGING LANES LOST MY THROTTLE IN FRONT OF CARS GOING 75 MPH THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS!
NHTSA ODI report, 20200915
WHILE RIDING MY 2008 STREET GLIDE I WOULD LOSE ALL RESPONSE ON THE THROTTLE, WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE I HAD TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD UNTIL THE THROTTLE RANDOMLY BEGAN TO RESPOND.
NHTSA ODI report, 20080906
17% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 5 distinct reports on file.
13% of complaints: power train — 4 distinct reports on file.
13% of complaints: engine — 4 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
MOTORCYCLE STALLING
HARLEY DAVIDSON IS RECALLING 47,579 MY 2008 FLHP, FLHPE, FLHR, FLHRC, FLHRSE4, FLHT, FLHTC, FLHTCU, FLHTCUSE3, FLHTP, FLHX, AND FLTR MOTORCYCLES. THESE MOTORCYCLES MAY EXPERIENCE A CRACKING OF THE F
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILTER SHELL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HARLEY DAVIDSON AT 1-414-343-4056.
Campaign 08V357000 — check if this car was fixed
Sudden Brake Failure - Motorcycle
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling all 2008-2011 Touring, CVO Touring and VSRC motorcycles equipped with anti-lock brakes (ABS), including Road King (FLHR), Road King Police (EFI) (FLHP), Road King Police (EFI) (FLHPE),...
Remedy: Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will flush the entire brake system with new Platinum Label DOT 4 brake fluid, free of charge. The recall began on February 14, 2018.
Campaign 18V076000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2008 Harley-Davidson Flhx — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 08V357000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V076000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2008 Harley-Davidson Flhx 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 2008 Harley-Davidson Flhx?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Harley-Davidson Flhx have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.