2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
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Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
1
Service Bulletin
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Investigations
Overview of the 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS
The 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS has received a total of 0 safety complaints 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. 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by Harley-Davidson Motor Company for this model year.
Recalls for the 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS, 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 FLHCS
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS.
Safety Rating for the 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS
Harley-Davidson Motor Company has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
M1580 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING
SERVICE BULLETIN M1580: FLHCS LIGHT BAR BRACKET HARDWARE DAMAGE. This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has identified a potential part-to-part interference which can lead to fastener breakage on Heritage Classic (FLHC and FLHCS) models.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS
- 2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS — 2 complaints
- 2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS — 5 complaints
- 2020 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS — 3 complaints
- 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS (current)
- 2022 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS — 1 complaint
- 2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS — 3 complaints
- 2024 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHCS — 2 complaints
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