2006 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 11, 2026 · 15 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Flhtcui years
Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 13 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui. That ranks 2nd out of 13 Flhtcui model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (5 complaints, 33%), typically at around 14,630 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 2 injuries. 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 2006 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui problems

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

Service Brakes, Hydraulic5 · ~14,630 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling3 · ~35,500 mi
Tires2 · ~8,017 mi
Electrical System1
Exterior Lighting1 · ~1,200 mi
Fuel System, Gasoline1 · ~35 mi
Service Brakes1
Structure1 · ~10,461 mi
Vehicle Speed Control1 · ~1,200 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes, Hydraulic533%14,630——
Engine and Engine Cooling320%35,500——
Tires213%8,017——
Electrical System17%———
Exterior Lighting17%1,200——
Fuel System, Gasoline17%35——
Service Brakes17%———
Structure17%10,461——
Vehicle Speed Control17%1,200——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2006, with 5 complaints
2005: 1200512006: 5200652007: 1200712008: 3200832010: 3201032019: 1201912026: 120261

n = 15 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2006 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2006 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui.

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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.

Rear brakes. Can place rider in extreme danger it the event of a crash when losing rear brakes due to a hole in the brake line caused by friction against the clutch cable in factory routing of the line and cable. I called Harley Davidson customer service to see is I could get help to resolve my…

Service Brakes · received May 11, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11737094

2006 harley davidson. Consumer writes in regards to incorrect mileage on motorcycle. *ld *tr

Electrical System · received Feb 21, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11174173

My 2006 harley davidson ultra classic front brake line failed. The motorcycle has 8,2xx miles. I squeezed the front brake lever as i was starting the bike and felt the lever fully depress. I saw brake fluid squirt on the bike and onto my leg. My mechanic says he has heard of this problem from other…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Sep 20, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10356518

Failure has not occured on my bike however numerous reports from others and dealer recommendation to have cam chain tensioners checked because as i was told, it is not a question of whether but when they will fail. Failure results in immediate loss of power which under highway conditions, for…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Mar 4, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10316874

2006 harley davidson flhtcui. Broken upper fairing mounts. Failure of these mounts (breaking at one or both ends on both left and right side of inner fairing) results in catastrophic vibration causing loss of control. I have just experienced this personally and i can attest that hundreds of others…

Structure · received Jan 21, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10301813

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui?

Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic, engine and engine cooling, tires problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 5 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2006 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2006 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Flhtcui model years, the 2006 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.