MYRModel Year Report

2008 Harley-Davidson Flstc

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2008 Harley-Davidson Flstc
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:30:50.268Z

Only 3 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 3 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 Flstc Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1988: 0 complaints 1989: 0 complaints 1990: 1 complaints 1990 1991: 0 complaints 1992: 0 complaints 1996: 4 complaints 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 1 complaints 2000: 9 complaints 2001: 1 complaints 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 0 complaints 2004: 0 complaints 2005: 2 complaints 2006: 1 complaints 2006 2007: 8 complaints 2008: 3 complaints 2008 2009: 11 complaints 2010: 1 complaints 2010 2011: 5 complaints 2012: 12 complaints 2013: 2 complaints 2014: 3 complaints 2014 2015: 2 complaints 2016: 2 complaints 2016
2008: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19860
19870
19880
19890
19901
19910
19920
19964
19983
19991
20009
20011
20022
20030
20040
20052
20061
20078
20083
200911
20101
20115
201212
20132
20143
20152
20162

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

WHEELS

1 of 3 total reports mentions: wheels.

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REAR BEARINGS BLEW OUT AT 25,300 MILES. HARLEY DAVIDSON REPLACED THE BEARINGS. 350 MILES LATER, SAME REAR BEARING BLEW OUT AGAIN EXCEPT NOW THERE IS DAMAGE TO FLY WHEEL, TIRE SHROUD AND TIRE DUE TO TIRE SHIFTING TO LEFT SIDE OF MOTORCYCLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120729

SUSPENSION

1 of 3 total reports mentions: suspension.

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WHEEL BEARING LOCKED UP ON REAR WHEEL. GILLETTE WY HARLEY DAVIDSON SERVICE FOREMAN TOLD ME THAT THE WHEEL BEARINGS USED WERE KNOWN TO FAIL AS EARLY AS 5000 MILES, AND COULD LAST UP TO 50,000 MILES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140715

STRUCTURE

1 of 3 total reports mentions: structure.

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I OWN A 2008 DIABLO PERFORMANCE CHOPPER THAT HAS A CRACKED FRAME LOCATED RIGHT UNDER THE GUSSET. I PURCHASED THE BIKE ON 21 MAY 2008.

NHTSA ODI report, 20090209

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20080717 — PE (closed 20080808)

MOTORCYCLE STALLING

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Harley-Davidson Flstc — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2008 Harley-Davidson Flstc 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 Flstc?

The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Harley-Davidson Flstc have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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