2016 Harley-Davidson Fltrxs
Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 2 |
| 2020 | 2 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 12 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
8 of 12 total reports mention: electrical system.
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AFTER MOTORCYCLE GETTING WET RIDING IN THE RAIN I LOST ALL POWER TO MY SPEEDOMETER CLUSTER DO TO MOISTURE GETTING INSIDE
NHTSA ODI report, 20180916
GAUGE CLUSTER QUIT WORKING!! WAS GETTING READY TO TAKE A COUPLE DAY RIDE AND THE SPEED, TACH, FUEL, AND BATTERY GAUGE ALL QUIT WORKING!!! NO WAY TO TELL HOW MUCH FUEL OR HOW FAST I WAS GOING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180627
I RODE HOME FOR 3 HOURS IN A DRIVING RAIN STORM AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. I LOST ALL GAUGES AND INDICATION AS WELL AS THE CRUISE CONTROL. THIS INCLUDES SPEEDOMETER, TACHOMETER, TURN SIGNAL INDICATORS, FUEL GAUGE, VOLTMETER & ODOMETER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160724
3 of 12 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
2 of 12 total reports mention: exterior lighting.
1 of 12 total reports mentions: tires.
1 of 12 total reports mentions: steering.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 ROAD GLIDE SPECIAL (NA). WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HARLEY-DAVIDSON OF LONG ISLAND CITY, NEW YORK WHERE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS YET TO BE DETERMINED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170608
SAFETY TIMELINE
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain model year 2016 Electric Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU), Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low (FLHTCUL), Ultra Limited Low (FLHTKL), Ultra Limited (FLHTK), CVO Street Glide (FLHXSE),...
Remedy: Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the clutch master cylinder for the presence of gas in the fluid, if so, the dealer will flush the clutch system and rebuild the clutch master cylinder, free of charge.
Campaign 16V471000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2016 Harley-Davidson Fltrxs — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16V471000 (power train) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2016 Harley-Davidson Fltrxs 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 2016 Harley-Davidson Fltrxs?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Harley-Davidson Fltrxs 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.