2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
4
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK
The 2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK has received a total of 4 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with VISIBILITY. The most commonly reported problem area is the Power Train (3 complaints).
Recalls for the 2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK, potentially affecting up to 12,733 vehicles.
Recall 19V574000 — VISIBILITY
| 12,733 vehicles affected
Defect: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain Touring and CVO Touring motorcycles, including 2017-2019 FLHTCU, FLHTCUL, FLHTK ANV, FLHTKL, FLTRU, FLHTK, and 2016-2019 FLHTKSE, FLHTKSE ANV, and FLTRUSE models equipped with a Harley-Davidson Detachable Tour-Pak Luggage Conversion Kit (Part numbers 53000291, 53000291A, and 53000567). The kit did not include replacement rear red reflectors for the ones that are eliminated by...
Consequence: Without the rear red reflectors, the motorcycle has reduced visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Harley-Davidson has notified owners, and dealers will install the replacement reflectors, free of charge. The recall began August 19, 2019. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0629.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Twist Grip Sensor ECM Code p2138 and P1510. twist grip sensor correlation error and Electronic throttle control limited performance mode.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON ELECTRA GLIDE MOTORCYCLE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL GRINDING NOISE COMING FROM THE TRANSMISSION WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT CHANGED THE OIL AND NOTICED THAT THE OIL WAS LEAKING FROM THE CLUTCH BOX. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS TAKEN TO ROUTE 30 HARLEY-DAVIDSON (350 TARHE TRAIL, UPPER SANDUSKY, OH 43351, (419) 294-4951) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED AND DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FLUID MIGRATING TO THE PRIMARY INTERNAL VENT. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT REFERENCED TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN NUMBER: TA0022. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 2,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK. WHILE RIDING 70 MPH, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO SLOW THE MOTORCYCLE DOWN BY DEPRESSING THE CLUTCH; HOWEVER, THE CLUTCH FAILED. ON ANOTHER OCCASION, WHILE AT HOME, THE MOTORCYCLE WAS SHIFTED INTO GEAR AND ACCELERATED BEFORE THE CLUTCH WAS RELEASED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SLOW DOWN OR STOP THE MOTORCYCLE BEFORE DRIVING OVER A CURB AND THROUGH SOME POTTED PLANTS. THE RADIATOR, FAIRING, REAR SADDLE BAGS, AND EXHAUST WERE DAMAGED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES TO THE LEG THAT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS TAKEN TO CALIENTE HARLEY-DAVIDSON (7230 NORTHWEST LOOP 410, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78245, (210) 681-2254) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ACTUATOR ON THE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ACTUATOR HAD BEEN REPLACED ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1,200. THE VIN WAS INVALID. *LN*JB
TRANSMISSION LOSES OIL. BRAND NEW MOTORCYCLE LOSS OF TRANSMISSION OIL IN JUST 3 THOUSAND MILES. COULD CAUSE COMPLETE FAILURE AT FREEWAY SPEEDS. POTENTIAL LIFE THREATENING ! HARLEY DAVIDSON REFUSES TO RECALL.
Safety Rating for the 2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK
- 2014 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK — 50 complaints
- 2015 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK — 13 complaints
- 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK — 14 complaints
- 2017 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK — 10 complaints
- 2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK — 4 complaints
- 2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK (current)
- 2020 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK — 2 complaints
- 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK — 2 complaints
- 2022 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK — 0 complaints
- 2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK — 3 complaints
Other HARLEY-DAVIDSON Models
- HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTCU — 331 total complaints
- HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHX — 233 total complaints
- HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTC — 130 total complaints
- HARLEY-DAVIDSON HARLEY DAVIDSON — 129 total complaints
- HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTCUI — 127 total complaints
- HARLEY-DAVIDSON XG750 — 123 total complaints
- HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTCUTG — 107 total complaints
- HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHR — 99 total complaints