2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDL — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
1
Recall
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDL
The 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDL has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH. The most commonly reported problem area is the Wheels (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDL
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDL, potentially affecting up to 8,060 vehicles.
Recall 16V283000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
| 8,060 vehicles affected
Defect: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain model year 2014.5-2016 Dyna Low Rider motorcycles (FXDL 103) manufactured January 6, 2014 to April 7, 2016. In the affected motorcycles, engine vibrations may damage the ignition switch internally and, as a result, the engine may shut off while riding.
Consequence: If the engine shuts off, the motorcycle would stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will install an improved ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on June 3, 2016. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0168.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDL
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDL. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 HARLEY DAVIDSON FXDL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE HAD A REAR WHEEL BEARING FAILURE THAT ALMOST CAUSED A CRASH ON THE HIGHWAY. THE CONTACT MANAGED TO MERGE TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD AND THE MOTORCYCLE WAS NO LONGER DRIVABLE. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS TOWED THE DEALER (SIMI VALLEY HARLEY-DAVIDSON 6190 CONDOR DR, MOORPARK, CA 93021 (805) 552-9555) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR WHEEL BEARING FAILED AND IT ALSO DAMAGED THE REAR WHEEL, THE BRAKE PAD, THE ROTOR AND THE AXLE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 10,364. *DT*JB
Safety Rating for the 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDL
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDL in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDL
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDL
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDL
- 2014 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDL — 6 complaints
- 2015 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDL — 0 complaints
- 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDL (current)
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