2021 Harley-Davidson Flhc Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 5, 2025 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Flhc years
Not enough data 4th of 6 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2021 Harley-Davidson Flhc. That ranks 4th out of 6 Flhc model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 2,800 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

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

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Most common 2021 Harley-Davidson Flhc problems

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

Service Brakes1 · ~2,800 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes1100%2,800——

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

2021 Harley-Davidson Flhc recalls (2)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Suspension:rear:shock absorberJun 6, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V375000 · 82,117 vehicles

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 absorberAug 22, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V591000 · 65,224 vehicles

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.

The contact owns a 2021 Harley Davidson FLHC. The contact stated that while riding at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear of the motorcycle. The contact inspected the motorcycle and saw that the rear brake rotor disc was warped. The dealer was made aware of the…

Service Brakes · received Jul 29, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11427035

Other Harley-Davidson Flhc years

← 2020 Flhc · 2025 Flhc →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2026 Flhc21
2025 Flhc21
202112
2020 Flhc02
2019 Flhc02
2018 Flhc32

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Harley-Davidson Flhc?

Owners most often report service brakes problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2021 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 2021 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 2021 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.