2011 Harley-Davidson Flstc Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 14, 2018 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Flstc years
Not enough data 5th of 20 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Harley-Davidson Flstc. That ranks 5th out of 20 Flstc model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is wheels (3 complaints, 60%), typically at around 5,000 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 2011 Harley-Davidson Flstc problems

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

Wheels3 · ~5,000 mi
Exterior Lighting1 · ~10,500 mi
Service Brakes1 · ~11,500 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Wheels360%5,000——
Exterior Lighting120%10,500——
Service Brakes120%11,500——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2014, with 3 complaints
2012: 1201212014: 3201432018: 120181

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2011 Harley-Davidson Flstc recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2011 Harley-Davidson Flstc.

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.

I have been having an issue with my brake light staying on, after talking to a certified harley mechanic, we came to the conclusion that the spur inside the brake lever had either worn down or had broken off. He said this was a very common problem in this year of bike and that the entire brake…

Service Brakes · received Mar 14, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11079431

The rear wheel spoke came loose it has happened 3 times since i got the bike. The bike was very hard to control. I have had the bike serviced and have had to have the spokes tightened before. I check them ever time i wash (once a week)the bike. I'm not sure why there is not recall on this problem…

Wheels · received Dec 2, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10661779

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 harley davison flstc. The contact stated that the turning signals failed to activate and that the speed odometer would not illuminate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician diagnosed that the body control module needed to be replaced. The…

Exterior Lighting · received May 29, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10594951

I was traveling on the interstate at approx. 70 mph when my bike started wobbling, i slowed down because the wobble was so pronounced that i had a hard time holding the bike, the rear wheel felt like it was loose. I slowed the bike down and since we were almost at our destination, continued very…

Wheels · received Mar 13, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10569203

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 harley davidson flstc motorcycle. While driving approximately 60 mph, the contact noticed a vibration in the rear wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the technicians were unable to diagnose the failure. The contact inspected the…

Wheels · received Feb 16, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10448246

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Harley-Davidson Flstc?

Owners most often report wheels, exterior lighting, service brakes problems. The top one, wheels, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Harley-Davidson Flstc?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2011 Harley-Davidson Flstc a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Flstc model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.