2012 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUSE7 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other FLHTCUSE7 years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUSE7. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 33%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUSE7 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 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 33% | 52,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 33% | 2 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUSE7 recalls (1)
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Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Problem: Harley-davidson is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 touring, cvo touring and trike vehicles manufactured from june 6, 2008, through september 16, 2011. See the above list for the models included in the recall. The rear brake light switch may be exposed to excessive heat from the exhaust system.
Risk: The excessive heat may cause the switch to not activate the brake lamp or activate the brake lamp when no brake is applied and/or cause a brake fluid leak at the brake light switch, affecting rear brake performance. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Harley-davidson will notify owners, and dealers will a install a rear brake light switch kit, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during october 31, 2011. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.
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 antilock brake modual failed on my harley electra glide cvo. It completely made the rear brakes inoperable. The pedal is as solid as a rock. There is a recall up to the 2011 year models for this exact problem. It is obviously a safety problem because when it failed while driving i had to use…
2012 harley davidson. Consumer writes in regards to motorcycle has sputtered through the intake and completely shuts down. *smd the consumer stated while stopped at a yield ramp and preparing to merge into traffic, the motorcycle just stopped. It did re-start and he was able to complete his trip…
The "chisel" wheels that hd uses on their 2012 and 2013 flhtcuse's cause an unstable condition at highway speeds. The front end feels very light and at the edge of keeping control, especially in windy conditions or around large vehicles like trucks or rv's. I have tried rebuilding the front forks…
Other Harley-Davidson FLHTCUSE7 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 3 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUSE7?
Owners most often report engine, power train, service brakes problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUSE7?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUSE7 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other FLHTCUSE7 model years, the 2012 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.