2012 Harley-Davidson Fltru Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Fltru years
- Not enough data 4th of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Harley-Davidson Fltru. That ranks 4th out of 9 Fltru model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (2 complaints, 33%), typically at around 68,069 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 6owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 Harley-Davidson Fltru problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 33% | 68,069 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 33% | 460 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 17% | 620 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 17% | 11,830 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 Harley-Davidson Fltru recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Problem: Harley-davidson is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 touring, cvo touring and trike vehicles manufactured from june 6, 2008, through september 16, 2011. See the above list for the models included in the recall. The rear brake light switch may be exposed to excessive heat from the exhaust system.
Risk: The excessive heat may cause the switch to not activate the brake lamp or activate the brake lamp when no brake is applied and/or cause a brake fluid leak at the brake light switch, affecting rear brake performance. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Harley-davidson will notify owners, and dealers will a install a rear brake light switch kit, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during october 31, 2011. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 harley davidson fltru motorcycle. While traveling at any speed, the vehicle abruptly stopped when the brakes were applied. As a result, the front end vibrated and the motorcycle wobbled. The dealer indicated that the front brake rotors were corroded and needed to be…
My dunlop front tire had to be replaced due to "dry rot" on the side wall. It is on a 2012 harley davidson street glide flhx with only 11800 miles on it. My dealer said that it is the second one that he has seen on a street glide in the past couple of months. I was advised by my mechanic not to…
Compensator showed severe wear and had to be replaced. *tr
Coming to a slow controlled stop at a red light. As the bike decelerated through 40 miles per hour the handles bars shook, side to side, out of my hands. My bike is a us model now imported to canada. Harley says they have no warranty coverage because of this and will not address any warranty or…
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 harley davidson fltru. The contact stated that the exhaust was overheated and the electrical wires were overheated as well. The motorcycle was not taken to the dealer. The dealer was notified and advised the contact to notify the manufacturer. They offered no assistance…
Other Harley-Davidson Fltru years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Fltru | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 Fltru | 0 | 2 |
| 2017 Fltru | 3 | 2 |
| 2016 Fltru | 8 | 1 |
| 2013 Fltru | 10 | 0 |
| 2012 | 6 | 1 |
| 2011 Fltru | 22 | 1 |
| 2010 Fltru | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 Fltru | 6 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Harley-Davidson Fltru?
Owners most often report engine, steering, power train problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Harley-Davidson Fltru?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 Harley-Davidson Fltru a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Fltru model years, the 2012 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.