Harley-Davidson Flstf Problems by Year
NHTSA has 34 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Harley-Davidson Flstf, across 14 model years (1998–2011). The 2007 model year has the most complaints (11). The most reported problem area overall is wheels.
Harley-Davidson Flstf years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Flstf year: 2007. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2007 Flstf: 11 complaints, 1 recall
- 2000 Flstf: 5 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2010 Flstf: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 1998 Flstf: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2008 Flstf: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2002 Flstf: 2 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 Flstf problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 10 | 6 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| Suspension | 6 | 1 | 2 |
| Power Train | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Harley-Davidson Flstf model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Flstf | 2 | 0 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2010 Flstf | 3 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2009 Flstf | 2 | 0 | — | Wheels | |
| 2008 Flstf | 1 | 0 | — | Wheels | |
| 2007 Flstf | 11 | 1 | — | Suspension | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2006 Flstf | 2 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2005 Flstf | 2 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2004 Flstf | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2003 Flstf | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2002 Flstf | 2 | 1 | — | Wheels | |
| 2001 Flstf | 3 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2000 Flstf | 5 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1999 Flstf | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 1998 Flstf | 1 | 0 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Harley-Davidson Flstf years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2007 (11) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Flstf year. 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 Flstf?
Wheels, with 10 complaints across 6 model years.
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson Flstf have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.