2016 Harley-Davidson Fxdls Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Fxdls years
- Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Harley-Davidson Fxdls. That is the most of any Fxdls model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is service brakes (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 8,225 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 Harley-Davidson Fxdls 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 2 | 67% | 8,225 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 33% | 585 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 33% | 585 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 33% | 3,200 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 33% | 3,200 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2016 Harley-Davidson Fxdls recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2016 Harley-Davidson Fxdls.
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.
Loud noise coming from rear wheel after 30 minutes of riding. Most noticeable at 25-35 mph. Slightly more than normal rear brake caliper noise. Applying rear brakes did not change symptoms. Cornering and leaning there was an excessive vibration throughout bike. Took in for service requesting rear…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON LOW RIDER S (FXDLS). WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT, THE CLUTCH DID NOT ENGAGE, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO MOVE FORWARD. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO OLD GLORY HARLEY-DAVIDSON [redacted], LOCATED AT 11800 LAUREL BOWIE RD…
Harley late-model dyna motorcycles front brake master cylinder is prone to failure. The failure mode is that the piston in the master cylinder does not return to the fully extended position, causing the brake lever to contact the brake switch while riding, making the brake light remain illuminated…
Other Harley-Davidson Fxdls years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Fxdls | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | 3 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Harley-Davidson Fxdls?
Owners most often report service brakes, engine, power train problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2016 Harley-Davidson Fxdls?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2016 Harley-Davidson Fxdls a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Fxdls model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.