2018 Harley-Davidson Flhcs Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Flhcs years
- Not enough data 4th of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2018 Harley-Davidson Flhcs. That ranks 4th out of 7 Flhcs model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 100%). There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner 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 Flhcs 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 | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2018 Harley-Davidson Flhcs 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.
Rear brakes squeal loud enough to be heard across the street. Have had complete back end replaced and still squeals. Also, oil dribbles out of the air filter. 2nd flhcs with these problems both at 1000 miles.
Other Harley-Davidson Flhcs years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Flhcs | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 Flhcs | 3 | 2 |
| 2022 Flhcs | 1 | 2 |
| 2021 Flhcs | 0 | 2 |
| 2020 Flhcs | 3 | 2 |
| 2019 Flhcs | 5 | 2 |
| 2018 | 1 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Harley-Davidson Flhcs?
Owners most often report engine, service brakes problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Harley-Davidson Flhcs?
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 Flhcs a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Flhcs model years, the 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.