2013 Harley-Davidson FLS Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 14, 2019 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other FLS years
Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Harley-Davidson FLS. That is the most of any FLS model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is service brakes (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 40,000 miles. 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 FLS problems

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

Service Brakes2 · ~40,000 mi
Tires1 · ~322 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes267%40,000——
Tires133%322——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2016, with 1 complaints
2016: 1201612018: 1201812019: 120191

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2013 Harley-Davidson FLS recalls (0)

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

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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.

On two separate occasions my rear brake has locked up while i was riding. It caused the bike to bog down and stop. The bike was then unable to move. The rotor warped from the extreme heat and the brand new brake pads were non existent. I was able to maneuver the bike out of traffic but it took a…

Service Brakes · received Mar 14, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11186812

The rear brake system locked up and the whole system had to be replaced. One year later 2017 i was on my way home from sturgis and i was having issues with the fuel system and clutch. Brought it to a dealership in denver, co. When they took it for a test ride, it was brought back in the bed of a…

Service Brakes · received Sep 1, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11123946

This is the second time in 2 months. Routine driving the first time. Tire punctured by small screw, this time by a copper shipping staple, just pulling out of my driveway. No tire and wheel coverage, that's another $165 per month for 2 years not covered under warranty, the tube got punctured…

Tires · received Feb 17, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10836571

Other Harley-Davidson FLS years

2017 FLS →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2017 FLS10
201330

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Frequently asked questions

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

Owners most often report service brakes, tires problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 2 complaints.

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

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2013 Harley-Davidson FLS a good year?

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