2018 Harley-Davidson Flfb Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 14, 2019 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Flfb years
Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Harley-Davidson Flfb. That is the most of any Flfb model year in the database (3 years). The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (1 complaints, 33%). Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2018 Harley-Davidson Flfb problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Fuel/propulsion System1
Unknown or Other1 · ~1,300 mi
Vehicle Speed Control1 · ~84 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel/propulsion System133%———
Unknown or Other133%1,300——
Vehicle Speed Control133%84——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2018, with 2 complaints
2018: 2201822019: 120191

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2018 Harley-Davidson Flfb recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2018 Harley-Davidson Flfb.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Speedometer fogs over with condensation, when left in the sun. It is impossible toread any of the digital functions when this occurs. Harley replaced the speedo two days ago and it did it again. Apparently harley is aware of the issue and has not corrected it. They simply replace it with another…

Unknown or Other · received Jul 14, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11231793

Tl* the contact owns a 2018 harley-davidson fat boy (flfb). While driving 20 mph, the vehicle accelerated when the contact switched gears to downshift and brake. As a result, the contact crashed into another vehicle. The contact shattered his femur and injured his left knee. Medical attention was…

Vehicle Speed Control · received Dec 13, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11161249

Bought brand new harley davidson 2018 flfb had a bad fuel leak coming from vent tube took to dealer and they didn't know how to fux. They called harley they told them to put new fuel pump in and it worked for two weeks problem is now back and they say that a fuel leak is normal and they don't have…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Aug 20, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11121141

Other Harley-Davidson Flfb years

2025 Flfb →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2026 Flfb01
2025 Flfb01
201830

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Harley-Davidson Flfb?

Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, unknown or other, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2018 Harley-Davidson Flfb?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2018 Harley-Davidson Flfb a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Flfb model years, the 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.