2023 Harley-Davidson Fxlrst Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Fxlrst years
- Not enough data 2nd of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Harley-Davidson Fxlrst. That ranks 2nd out of 5 Fxlrst model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (1 complaints, 50%). There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2023 Harley-Davidson Fxlrst 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 | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2023 Harley-Davidson Fxlrst recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Suspension:rear:shock absorber
Problem: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Softail motorcycles. The mounting tab on the rear shock pre-load adjuster may break, allowing the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.
Risk: A sudden loss of tire pressure increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install a new bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 16, 2025. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0188. Some of the vehicles included in this recall were previously repaired under recall 23V591, and will need to have the new remedy completed.
Service brakes
Problem: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2022 FXRST and 2022-2024 FXLRST motorcycles. The front brake lines may contact the fuel tank and become damaged, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak and a loss of front brake function.
Risk: A loss of front brake function can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the brake lines and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson Customer Service at (414) 343-4056. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0187.
Suspension:rear:shock absorber
Problem: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2018-2019 FLDE, 2018-2021 FLHC, 2018-2023 FLHCS, 2018 and 2023 FLHCS ANV, 2020-2023 FXLRS, 2022-2023 FXLRST, and 2022 FXRST Softail motorcycles. A fastener securing the rear shock absorber may break and allow the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.
Risk: A loss of tire pressure can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the shock absorber fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0181.
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.
See attached document for complaint.
New under warranty, 5,924 miles. Front end shudders and bounces when applying front brakes. Dealer service center said front brake rotors are warped and out of spec. No accident âYETâ but Harley Davidson is refusing to fix the brake problem under warranty (bike is 8 months old), stating brake…
Other Harley-Davidson Fxlrst years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Fxlrst | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 Fxlrst | 2 | 1 |
| 2024 Fxlrst | 1 | 2 |
| 2023 | 2 | 3 |
| 2022 Fxlrst | 4 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Harley-Davidson Fxlrst?
Owners most often report service brakes, suspension problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2023 Harley-Davidson Fxlrst?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2023 Harley-Davidson Fxlrst a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Fxlrst model years, the 2023 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.