2006 Harley-Davidson Flstfi Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 4, 2011 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Flstfi years
Not enough data 1st of 6 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Harley-Davidson Flstfi. That is the most of any Flstfi model year in the database (6 years). The most reported problem area is seats (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 10,600 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 2006 Harley-Davidson Flstfi problems

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

Seats1 · ~10,600 mi
Suspension1 · ~8,500 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Seats150%10,600——
Suspension150%8,500——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2007, with 1 complaints
2007: 1200712011: 120111

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2006 Harley-Davidson Flstfi recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2006 Harley-Davidson Flstfi.

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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.

When removing seat, left side angle bracket that holds screw, (1/4-20 thumb screw), fell to floor. This bracket was riveted to the plastic seat pan, in a triangular pattern. The bracket, rivets, and plastic, about the size / shape of a nickel, fell out in one piece. There are spider cracks in the…

Seats · received Oct 4, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10428728

Rear wheel bearings worn badly at only 8,500 miles creating unstable condition. Bearings are sealed and can not be lubricated. There is also no mention of maintenance or inspection requirements in owners manual/maintenance intervals. This is a common problem since harley davidson switched from…

Suspension · received Dec 31, 2007 · NHTSA complaint 10213256

Other Harley-Davidson Flstfi years

← 2005 Flstfi

YearComplaintsRecalls
200620
2005 Flstfi01
2004 Flstfi21
2003 Flstfi11
2002 Flstfi01
2001 Flstfi10

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Harley-Davidson Flstfi?

Owners most often report seats, suspension problems. The top one, seats, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2006 Harley-Davidson Flstfi?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2006 Harley-Davidson Flstfi a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Flstfi model years, the 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.