2008 Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE2 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other FXSTSSE2 years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2008 Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE2. The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 2,500 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE2 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, Hydraulic | 1 | 100% | 2,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2008 Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE2 recalls (1)
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Service brakes, hydraulic
Problem: Harley davidson is recalling 11,005 flstsb, fxstsse2, and fxstsse3 my 2008 and 2009 motorcycles. The acorn stud at the brake reaction link may fall out during use.
Risk: If this occurs, the front brake and fender assembly would no longer be adequately retained. This condition could lead to a crash and potential injury to or death of the rider.
Fix: Dealers will replace the existing acorn stud with a new acorn stud and retaining clip. The recall began on june 2009. 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 2008 harley davidson fxstsse2 motorcycle. While driving less than 55 mph, the contact applied the brakes and the front end of the vehicle began shaking violently. The failure caused a crash. He blacked out upon impact and sustained minor injuries, scratches, and abrasions on…
Other Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE2 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE2?
Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE2?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2008 Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE2 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other FXSTSSE2 model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.