Harley-Davidson Flstsb Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 3, 2014 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Harley-Davidson Flstsb, across 2 model years (2008–2009). The 2009 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

Peak: 2008, with 1 complaints
2008: 1200812009: 120091

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

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

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

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2009 Flstsb: 1 complaint, 1 recall
  2. 2008 Flstsb: 1 complaint, 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 Flstsb problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electrical System110
Exterior Lighting110
Service Brakes110
Structure110

All Harley-Davidson Flstsb model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2009 Flstsb11—Service Brakes
2008 Flstsb11—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

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

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2009 (1), 2008 (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 Flstsb?

Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson Flstsb have?

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