2008 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLSTSB — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
3
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
0
Service Bulletins
1
Investigation
Overview of the 2008 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLSTSB
The 2008 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLSTSB has received a total of 3 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (1 complaint), Exterior Lighting (1 complaint), and Structure (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2008 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLSTSB
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2008 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLSTSB, potentially affecting up to 11,005 vehicles.
Recall 09V211000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
| 11,005 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2008 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLSTSB
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2008 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLSTSB. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
THE TAIL LAMP ENVELOPE FLOODS WHEN RIDING ON WET ROADS FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME. THIS CAUSES THE TAIL LIGHT/BRAKE LIGHT BULB TO FAIL. IT IS BELIEVED THAT THE WATER COMES OFF OF THE REAR WHEEL AND ENTERS THROUGH THE HOLES IN THE FENDER WHERE THE WIRES PASS THROUGH. ONCE THE REAR PART OF THE LENS FILLS UP TO THE POINT WHERE THE BULB GOES INTO THE ENVELOPE, THE WATER ENTERS THE ENVELOPE AND EITHER BUILDS UP TO THE LEVEL OF THE BULB OR SPLASHES ON THE BULB, WHICH CAUSES IT TO FAIL. *TR
THE TAIL LAMP ENVELOPE FLOODS WHEN RIDING ON WET ROADS FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME. THIS CAUSES THE TAIL LIGHT/BRAKE LIGHT BULB TO FAIL. IT IS BELIEVED THAT THE WATER COMES OFF OF THE REAR WHEEL AND ENTERS THROUGH THE HOLES IN THE FENDER WHERE THE WIRES PASS THROUGH. ONCE THE REAR PART OF THE LENS FILLS UP TO THE POINT WHERE THE BULB GOES INTO THE ENVELOPE, THE WATER ENTERS THE ENVELOPE AND EITHER BUILDS UP TO THE LEVEL OF THE BULB OR SPLASHES ON THE BULB, WHICH CAUSES IT TO FAIL. *TR
THE TAIL LAMP ENVELOPE FLOODS WHEN RIDING ON WET ROADS FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME. THIS CAUSES THE TAIL LIGHT/BRAKE LIGHT BULB TO FAIL. IT IS BELIEVED THAT THE WATER COMES OFF OF THE REAR WHEEL AND ENTERS THROUGH THE HOLES IN THE FENDER WHERE THE WIRES PASS THROUGH. ONCE THE REAR PART OF THE LENS FILLS UP TO THE POINT WHERE THE BULB GOES INTO THE ENVELOPE, THE WATER ENTERS THE ENVELOPE AND EITHER BUILDS UP TO THE LEVEL OF THE BULB OR SPLASHES ON THE BULB, WHICH CAUSES IT TO FAIL. *TR
Safety Rating for the 2008 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLSTSB
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2008 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLSTSB in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2008 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLSTSB
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2008 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLSTSB
NHTSA has opened 1 investigation into potential safety defects in the 2008 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLSTSB.
Other Model Years of the HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLSTSB
- 2008 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLSTSB (current)
- 2009 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLSTSB — 1 complaint
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