2016 Harley-Davidson Flhx Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Flhx years
- Not enough data 12th of 19 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Harley-Davidson Flhx. That ranks 12th out of 19 Flhx model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 50%), typically at around 2,991 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 Harley-Davidson Flhx 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 50% | 2,991 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 25% | 1,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 25% | 300 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 25% | 13,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 25% | 13,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2016 Harley-Davidson Flhx recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:clutch assembly
Problem: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain model year 2016 Electric Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU), Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low (FLHTCUL), Ultra Limited Low (FLHTKL), Ultra Limited (FLHTK), CVO Street Glide (FLHXSE), Street Glide (FLHX), Street Glide Special (FLHXS), Road Glide Special (FLTRXS), Road Glide (FLTRX), Police Electra Glide (FLHTP), Road Glide Ultra (FLTRU), Fat Boy S (FLSTFBS), Softail Slim S (FLSS), and CVO Softail Pro Street Breakout (FXSE) motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, the clutch master cylinder may lose the ability to generate enough lift to disengage the clutch, especially if the motorcycle has been parked for an extended period of time.
Risk: When the engine is running and the motorcycle is in gear, if the clutch cannot be fully disengaged, the motorcycle may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the clutch master cylinder for the presence of gas in the fluid, if so, the dealer will flush the clutch system and rebuild the clutch master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began July 19, 2016. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0169.
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.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHX. WHILE RIDING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THERE WAS EITHER A TIRE BLOWOUT OR A BRAKE FAILURE THAT CAUSED THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO A ROCK WALL. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT WENT AIRBORNE AND LANDED ON THE PAVEMENT. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED LACERATIONS AND…
After riding in rain, all gauges( speedometer, tachometer, etc) became intermittent. The problem still exists. Water behind gauges, not just condensation.
Gail's harley davidson in grandview, mo. Sold me a new motorcycle that has a very serious existing safety recall .......... Hd # 0169 nhtsa #16v-471. This is a violation of federal law. Per harley- davidson's own website, of which i have copies, the recall came out on 7/8/2016 and i purchased my…
The electrical switches on the left side stopped working. It has left me without inportant safety features like high beams, left blinker, and horn. Cruise control and volume control are also unusable. When i took it into the harley dealership in fairfax, va they told me they couldn't do anything at…
Other Harley-Davidson Flhx years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Flhx | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 Flhx | 2 | 1 |
| 2024 Flhx | 10 | 2 |
| 2022 Flhx | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 Flhx | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 Flhx | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 Flhx | 8 | 1 |
| 2017 Flhx | 5 | 2 |
| 2016 | 4 | 1 |
| 2015 Flhx | 3 | 2 |
| 2014 Flhx | 8 | 5 |
| 2013 Flhx | 6 | 0 |
| 2012 Flhx | 16 | 1 |
| 2011 Flhx | 18 | 2 |
| 2010 Flhx | 24 | 3 |
| 2009 Flhx | 29 | 3 |
| 2008 Flhx | 30 | 2 |
| 2007 Flhx | 20 | 0 |
| 2006 Flhx | 0 | 1 |
See all Harley-Davidson Flhx problems by year, every Harley-Davidson model, or the Harley-Davidson VIN decoder.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Harley-Davidson Flhx?
Owners most often report electrical system, exterior lighting, power train problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2016 Harley-Davidson Flhx?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2016 Harley-Davidson Flhx a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Flhx model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.