2013 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 2, 2023 · 7 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Flhtcutg years
Not enough data 5th of 17 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg. That ranks 5th out of 17 Flhtcutg model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (3 complaints, 43%), typically at around 600 miles. Complaints mention 1 injury. 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 2013 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg problems

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

Engine3 · ~600 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling2 · ~1,688 mi
Service Brakes2
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine343%600——
Engine and Engine Cooling229%1,688——
Service Brakes229%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2013, with 3 complaints
2013: 3201332014: 2201422019: 1201912023: 120231

n = 7 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2013 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2013 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg.

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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.

When engine is hot, approximately 170F+ per oil temperature gauge, rear brake lights remain ON after only pressing the rear brake pedal. Seems to be more prevalent when motorcycle is stationary. Lights will only turn OFF after cooling and the engine is turned OFF and then ON again. This has…

Service Brakes · received Jan 2, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11499779

On three occasions, after the motorcycle was not riddin for several months, the rear brakes stopped working after the first depression of the brake pedal. The rear brake master cylinder internal piston would not return to its normal position after releasing the brake pedal. Fortunatly i have, on…

Service Brakes · received Mar 29, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11192400

After purchasing my brand new 2013 hd tri glide i was surprised to feel the heat that was produced by the engine and exhaust on the right side of the bike. The temps outside were about 80 degrees and my inner right thigh felt as though it was on fire. I contacted the dealership, bowling green…

Engine · received Jul 23, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10615664

At slow speed or stopped there is etreme heat coming from the right side of the engine. It is so hot it feels like my leg is being burned. According to the dealer the only fix is to replace the exhaust system with a system without the catalytic converter. This at a cost of close to $2,000 on a…

Engine · received May 18, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10592290

While riding usually on bumpy streets i would hear a funny squeaking. After stopping at my destination i found that the bolts that hold the engine stabilizer to the cylinder head were loose. After tightening them for about 5 time i brought it back to the dealer who informed me that the holes in the…

Engine · received Sep 20, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10544560

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg?

Owners most often report engine, engine and engine cooling, service brakes problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2013 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2013 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Flhtcutg model years, the 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.