2005 Harley-Davidson Flhrci Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 4, 2010 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Flhrci years
Not enough data 6th of 7 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Harley-Davidson Flhrci. That ranks 6th out of 7 Flhrci model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 30,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. 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 2005 Harley-Davidson Flhrci problems

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

Service Brakes, Hydraulic1 · ~30,000 mi
Wheels1 · ~5,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes, Hydraulic150%30,000——
Wheels150%5,000——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2006, with 1 complaints
2006: 1200612010: 120101

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2005 Harley-Davidson Flhrci recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2005 Harley-Davidson Flhrci.

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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.

My wife and i were riding on a 2005 harley davidson road king classic without abs. We were at highway speeds on interstate 275 when the car in front of us slammed on his brakes. We lost control of the bike as we attempted to rapidly stop and avoid hitting him. I sustained minor injuries. My wife…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Feb 4, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10305057

I purchased a 2005 harley davidson road king last year. I was driving my bike and had noticed the front tire wobble while i was ridding every now and then. I took into san jose harley dealership to get my second service at 5k miles and explained that my bike would wobble from time to time. A week…

Wheels · received Sep 15, 2006 · NHTSA complaint 10168328

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Harley-Davidson Flhrci?

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

Was there a recall on the 2005 Harley-Davidson Flhrci?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2005 Harley-Davidson Flhrci a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Flhrci model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.