Harley-Davidson Flhtkse Problems by Year
NHTSA has 14 owner complaints and 8 safety recalls on file for the Harley-Davidson Flhtkse, across 8 model years (2014–2021). The 2014 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Harley-Davidson Flhtkse years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Flhtkse model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2014 Flhtkse: 5 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2016 Flhtkse: 4 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2015 Flhtkse: 3 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Harley-Davidson Flhtkse problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Harley-Davidson Flhtkse model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Flhtkse | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2020 Flhtkse | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2019 Flhtkse | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2018 Flhtkse | 1 | 2 | — | Engine | |
| 2017 Flhtkse | 1 | 2 | — | Power Train | |
| 2016 Flhtkse | 4 | 2 | — | Power Train | |
| 2015 Flhtkse | 3 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2014 Flhtkse | 5 | 4 | — | Engine |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Harley-Davidson Flhtkse years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2014 (5), 2016 (4), 2015 (3). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Harley-Davidson Flhtkse?
Engine, with 4 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson Flhtkse have?
8 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.