2011 Harley-Davidson Fltruse Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Fltruse years
- Not enough data 1st of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Harley-Davidson Fltruse. That is the most of any Fltruse model year in the database (6 years). The most reported problem area is steering (2 complaints, 40%), typically at around 8,515 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 5owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2011 Harley-Davidson Fltruse 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 2 | 40% | 8,515 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 20% | 6,900 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 20% | 18,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 20% | 30 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 20% | 30 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2011 Harley-Davidson Fltruse recalls (2)
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Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip; service brakes, hydraulic:fluid
Problem: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling all 2008-2011 Touring, CVO Touring and VSRC motorcycles equipped with anti-lock brakes (ABS), including Road King (FLHR), Road King Police (EFI) (FLHP), Road King Police (EFI) (FLHPE), Electra Glide Standard Police (EFI) (FLHTP), Electra Glide Classic (EFI) (FLHTC), Electra Glide Ultra Classic (EFI) (FLHTCU) and Street Glide (EFI) (FLHX), 2008 VROD (VRSCAWA), CVO Road King 4 (FLHRSE4), Night Rod (VRSCDA), CVO Ultra Classic 3 (FLHTCUSE3), Night Rod Special (VRSCDXA), 2008-2010 Road King Classic (EFI) (FLHRC), 2008-2009 Road Glide (EFI) (FLTR) and Electra Glide Standard (EFI) (FLHT), 2009-2010 V-Rod (VRSCAW), 2009 CVO Ultra Classic (FLHTCUSE4) and CVO Road Glide 3 (FLTRSE3), 2009-2011 Night Rod Special (VRSCDX) and V-Rod Muscle (VRSCF), 2010 CVO Ultra Classic 5 (FLHTCUSE5) and CVO Street Glide (FLHXSE), 2010-2011 Electra Glide Ultra Limited (FLHTK) and Road Glide Custom (FLTRX), 2011 Road Glide Ultra 103 (FLTRU103), Street Glide 103 (FLHX103), Road King Classic 103 (FLHRC103), CVO Ultra Classic 6 (FLHTCUSE6), CVO Road Glide Ultra (FLTRUSE), Road Glide Custom 103 (FLTRX103), and CVO Street Glide 2 (FLHXSE2) motorcycles. Deposits may form on components within the brake system if the DOT 4 brake fluid is not replaced for a prolonged period of time beyond the 2-year maintenance schedule specified in the OwnerÂs Manual.
Risk: These deposits may cause a valve within the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit to stick, reducing braking ability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will flush the entire brake system with new Platinum Label DOT 4 brake fluid, free of charge. The recall began on February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0171.
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 2011 harley-davidson fltruse (road glide). The contact stated the motorcycle's rear brakes did not function. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the hcu was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was also taken to roanoke…
At highway speed the vehicle goe's into the "death wabble" it also does it in curves. Youtube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gmw6qppxney
I twisted the accelerator grip and slipped the clutch to proceed through the intersection when a red light turned green. When i got to the middle of the intersection, the throttle suddenly failed to respond and the bike came to a stop. I then tried to push my 900 lb. Motorcycle to the curb before…
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 harley davidson cbo road glide ultra motorcycle. The contact was traveling 5 mph when the handle bars began shaking abnormally. The contact and a passenger were both thrown from the vehicle however the contact sustained a neck injury as a result. The vehicle was taken to…
During routine operation, new touring model motorcycles have rear cylinder exhaust header pipe that generates extreme amount of heat which impacts operator's right upper inner thigh region. Condition is more than a discomfort. It has become a distraction to the operator and thus, a hazard to the…
Other Harley-Davidson Fltruse years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Fltruse | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 Fltruse | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 Fltruse | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 Fltruse | 2 | 1 |
| 2015 Fltruse | 2 | 1 |
| 2011 | 5 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Harley-Davidson Fltruse?
Owners most often report steering, engine and engine cooling, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Harley-Davidson Fltruse?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2011 Harley-Davidson Fltruse a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Fltruse model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.