2018 Harley-Davidson Flhc Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Flhc years
- Not enough data 1st of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Harley-Davidson Flhc. That is the most of any Flhc model year in the database (6 years). The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 33%), typically at around 7,300 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Harley-Davidson Flhc problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 33% | 7,300 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2018 Harley-Davidson Flhc recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Suspension:rear:shock absorber
Problem: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Softail motorcycles. The mounting tab on the rear shock pre-load adjuster may break, allowing the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.
Risk: A sudden loss of tire pressure increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install a new bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 16, 2025. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0188. Some of the vehicles included in this recall were previously repaired under recall 23V591, and will need to have the new remedy completed.
Suspension:rear:shock absorber
Problem: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2018-2019 FLDE, 2018-2021 FLHC, 2018-2023 FLHCS, 2018 and 2023 FLHCS ANV, 2020-2023 FXLRS, 2022-2023 FXLRST, and 2022 FXRST Softail motorcycles. A fastener securing the rear shock absorber may break and allow the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.
Risk: A loss of tire pressure can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the shock absorber fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0181.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While idle fuel pushes out of overflow tube. The tank is usually not even half full when this happens. This has been a known issue with the manufacturer but haven't sent a recall out for it. They said they know that the pressure regulator was installed incorrectly from the factory.
The contact owns a 2018 Harley-Davidson FLHC Heritage Classic. The contact stated while riding approximately 75 miles at 3500rpm at approximately 3,500 RPM, there was an oil pump defect in the sump. There also was unusual metal-on-metal sound. Additionally, there was oil leaking onto exhaust. The…
Failed: Clutch cable. Internal lining (yellow in attached photo) came loose and pulled out at the clutch hand control end. Cable saved. Safety: Occurred while riding. Caused difficulty disengaging the clutch making stopping difficult. Confirmed by dealer: Showed cable to local Harley Davidson…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Harley-Davidson Flhc?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, fuel/propulsion system, unknown or other problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Harley-Davidson Flhc?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 Harley-Davidson Flhc a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Flhc model years, the 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.