2013 Harley-Davidson Fltru

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2013 Harley-Davidson Fltru
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:31:10.230Z

Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Harley-Davidson Fltru Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2013 highlighted. 2009: 6 complaints 2009 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 22 complaints 2011 2012: 6 complaints 2013: 10 complaints 2013 2016: 8 complaints 2017: 3 complaints 2017 2018: 0 complaints 2019: 1 complaints 2019
2013: 10 complaints
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YearComplaints
20096
20100
201122
20126
201310
20168
20173
20180
20191

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 10 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

5 of 10 total reports mention: service brakes.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLTRU. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS ON A SLIGHTLY INCLINE HILL, THE CONTACT WENT TO DEPRESS THE FRONT HAND BRAKES HOWEVER IT FAILED TO OPERATE WITHOUT WARNING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20201117

THE FRONT BRAKE LEVER WAS FROZEN AND COULD NOT BE DEPRESSED. THE FRONT BRAKES DID NOT WORK. THIS HAPPENED WHEN IT WAS OPERATING OR STATIONARY. A LOSS OF THE BRAKING SYSTEM IS SERIOUS AND NEEDS TO BE INVESTIGATED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20181215

I HAD JUST LEFT MY HOUSE AND AFTER A FEW MINUTES OF RIDING, I CAME UP TO A STOP, WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO SQUEEZE THE FRONT BRAKE LEVER, IT WAS FROZEN AND WOULD NOT BUDGE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200414

WHEELS

2 of 10 total reports mention: wheels.

INJURY
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WHILE RIDING THE REAR WHEEL SUFFERED A FAILURE OF THE INNER SEAL THAT SEALS THE SPOKES AND CAUSED A COMPLETE FLAT ENTERING INTO A CORNER CAUSING ME TO LOSE CONTROL/SLIDING INTO. A. PARKING LOT. INSTICTIVLY I PUT MY LEG DOWN TO TRY TO CATCH MYSELF.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150330

STEERING

2 of 10 total reports mention: steering.

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DURING RIDING THE MOTORCYCLE AT SPEED RANGING FROM 40-75 MPH, ANY DECELERATION OF THE THROTTLE CAUSES WOBBLE IN THE FRONT END STEERING. THIS MOTORCYCLE IS 61 DAYS REGISTERED AND HAS 4,700 MILES DRIVEN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130830

ENGINE

1 of 10 total reports mentions: engine.

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SITTING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE ENGINE OVERHEATED AND AS SOON AS THE THROTTLE WAS APPLIED, THE MOTORCYCLE STALLED OUT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140202

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2013 Harley-Davidson Fltru — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (2 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 2013 Harley-Davidson Fltru 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 2013 Harley-Davidson Fltru?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2013 Harley-Davidson Fltru 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.