Harley-Davidson Flsts Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 13, 2002 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Harley-Davidson Flsts, across 3 model years (1998–2000). The 2000 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.

Peak: 1998, with 1 complaints
1998: 1199811999: 0199902000: 120001

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Harley-Davidson Flsts years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No Flsts model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2000 Flsts: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  2. 1998 Flsts: 1 complaint, 0 recalls

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 Flsts problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine and Engine Cooling110
Wheels110

All Harley-Davidson Flsts model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2000 Flsts10—Engine and Engine Cooling
1999 Flsts01——
1998 Flsts10—Wheels

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Frequently asked questions

Which Harley-Davidson Flsts years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2000 (1), 1998 (1). 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 Flsts?

Engine and Engine Cooling, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson Flsts have?

1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.