Harley-Davidson Flde Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 2, 2025 · 10 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 10 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Harley-Davidson Flde, across 4 model years (2017–2020). The 2018 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is engine.

Peak: 2018, with 5 complaints
2017: 3201732018: 5201852019: 1201912020: 120201

n = 10 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Harley-Davidson Flde years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No Flde model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2018 Flde: 5 complaints, 2 recalls
  2. 2017 Flde: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
  3. 2020 Flde: 1 complaint, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Harley-Davidson Flde problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine330
Service Brakes320
Power Train210
Exterior Lighting110
Suspension110

All Harley-Davidson Flde model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2020 Flde10—Engine
2019 Flde12—Engine
2018 Flde52—Power Train
2017 Flde30—Engine

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Frequently asked questions

Which Harley-Davidson Flde years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2018 (5), 2017 (3), 2020 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Harley-Davidson Flde?

Engine, with 3 complaints across 3 model years.

How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson Flde have?

2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.