2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
2
Recalls
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC
The 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER. The most commonly reported problem area is the Service Brakes (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC, potentially affecting up to 212,565 vehicles.
Recall 25V375000 — SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
| 82,117 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A sudden loss of tire pressure increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Recall 23V591000 — SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
| 65,224 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A loss of tire pressure can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 23V591000 — SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
| 65,224 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A loss of tire pressure can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2021 Harley Davidson FLHC. The contact stated that while riding at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear of the motorcycle. The contact inspected the motorcycle and saw that the rear brake rotor disc was warped. The dealer was made aware of the failure and suggested to the contact to not ride the motorcycle until it was repaired. The motorcycle was not repaired and was awaiting the brake replacement parts to arrive at the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 2,800.
Safety Rating for the 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC
- 2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC — 2 complaints
- 2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC — 0 complaints
- 2020 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC — 0 complaints
- 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC (current)
- 2025 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHC — 2 complaints
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