2019 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 26, 2025 · 8 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Flhtcutg years
Not enough data 4th of 17 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg. That ranks 4th out of 17 Flhtcutg model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (2 complaints, 25%), typically at around 9,477 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 3 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2019 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg problems

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

Service Brakes2 · ~9,477 mi
Unknown or Other2 · ~250 mi
Electrical System1
Exterior Lighting1 · ~9,477 mi
Power Train1 · ~28,000 mi
Service Brakes, Air1 · ~4,635 mi
Traction Control System1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes225%9,477——
Unknown or Other225%250——
Electrical System113%———
Exterior Lighting113%9,477——
Power Train113%28,000——
Service Brakes, Air113%4,635——
Traction Control System113%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2020, with 3 complaints
2020: 3202032021: 1202112022: 1202212023: 1202312024: 1202412025: 120251

n = 8 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2019 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg recalls (2)

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Exterior lighting:brake lightsOct 18, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V781000 · 199,419 vehicles

Problem: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Trike and CVO Trike and 2020-2022 Touring and CVO Touring motorcycles. Please refer to Addendum A for specific vehicle model details. Due to a software error, the brake lights may illuminate without the rider applying the brakes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: Unintended illumination of the brake lights may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the software on Touring and CVO Touring motorcycles. On Trike and CVO Trike motorcycles, a new pressure switch will also be installed. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2022. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0635.

Traction control systemNov 22, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V843000 · 12,624 vehicles

Problem: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2019-2020 FLHTCUTG, and FLRT Trike motorcycles. The Trike Traction Control System software may respond incorrectly to a faulty rear wheel speed signal by activating one of the rear brakes.

Risk: Unintended activation of one rear brake could lead to an unexpected change in vehicle direction which may increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Harley-Davidson has notified owners, and dealers will update the traction control system software, free of charge. The recall began December 2, 2019. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0175.

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.

Traction control warning lights comes on during drive. Shuts down abs braking and cruise control. Has been worked on by Harley Davidson technician multiple times but continues to be a problem.

Electrical System · received Apr 26, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11656926

The contact owns a 2019 Harley Davidson FLHTCUTG Tri-Glide Ultra Motorcycle. The contact stated that while depressing the reverse button, the motorcycle would not immediately shift into reverse. The motorcycle was towed to the local service center who diagnosed that the reverse motor was faulty and…

Power Train · received Apr 12, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11582663

We purchased this motorcycle January 16th, 2023. On that day, we could not have possession of the bike because of the recall. It is now February 07, 2023, three weeks later and still the recall has not been resolved and we do not have possession of the bike. The recall is for the brake light…

Service Brakes · received Feb 7, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11506062

The contact owned a 2019 Harley- Davidson FLHTCUTG. The contact stated that while riding approximately 75 mph, the motorcycle made a sudden and radical turn to the left. The contact was able to regain control of the steering but approximately thirty minutes later the motorcycle made a sudden and…

Service Brakes, Air · received Jul 12, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11473532

The contact owns a 2019 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUTG Tri Glide Ultra motorcycle. The contact stated that while starting the motorcycle, the brake light was illuminated. The vehicle was hauled by trailer to the dealer and diagnosed that the brake sensor for the ABS was faulty however, the sensor part…

Service Brakes · received Jul 26, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11426453

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg?

Owners most often report service brakes, unknown or other, electrical system problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2019 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2019 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 2019 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.