1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Flhtcu years
- Not enough data 13th of 16 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu. That ranks 13th out of 16 Flhtcu model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:ignition:switch
Problem: Vehicle description: fl touring motorcycles. A loss of electrical power through the ignition switch can occur due to excessive current and other factors.
Risk: This condition can cause the engine to fail to start, operate erratically, or stall.
Fix: Dealers will replace the ignition switch/circuit breaker and install a relay kit.
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.
After the recall work was performed regarding a defective ignition switch, the engine cut off, after the third visit to the dealer, the ignition coil was replaced.*ts *jb
Other Harley-Davidson Flhtcu years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Flhtcu | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 Flhtcu | 1 | 2 |
| 2017 Flhtcu | 4 | 3 |
| 2016 Flhtcu | 6 | 1 |
| 2015 Flhtcu | 2 | 2 |
| 2014 Flhtcu | 9 | 5 |
| 2013 Flhtcu | 7 | 0 |
| 2011 Flhtcu | 6 | 2 |
| 2010 Flhtcu | 31 | 3 |
| 2009 Flhtcu | 70 | 3 |
| 2008 Flhtcu | 81 | 2 |
| 2007 Flhtcu | 48 | 0 |
| 1998 Flhtcu | 0 | 1 |
| 1997 Flhtcu | 2 | 1 |
| 1996 | 1 | 1 |
| 1995 Flhtcu | 5 | 1 |
See all Harley-Davidson Flhtcu problems by year, every Harley-Davidson model, or the Harley-Davidson VIN decoder.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu?
Owners most often report electrical system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Flhtcu model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.