2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRST — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRST
The 2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRST has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 5 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER, SERVICE BRAKES. The most commonly reported problem area is the Service Brakes (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRST
NHTSA has recorded 5 recalls for the 2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRST, potentially affecting up to 244,121 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 24V753000 — SERVICE BRAKES
| 15,778 vehicles affected
Defect: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2022 FXRST and 2022-2024 FXLRST motorcycles. The front brake lines may contact the fuel tank and become damaged, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak and a loss of front brake function.
Consequence: A loss of front brake function can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the brake lines and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson Customer Service at (414) 343-4056. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0187.
View full details →Recall 24V753000 — SERVICE BRAKES
| 15,778 vehicles affected
Defect: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2022 FXRST and 2022-2024 FXLRST motorcycles. The front brake lines may contact the fuel tank and become damaged, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak and a loss of front brake function.
Consequence: A loss of front brake function can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the brake lines and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson Customer Service at (414) 343-4056. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0187.
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 2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRST
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRST. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
See attached document for complaint.
New under warranty, 5,924 miles. Front end shudders and bounces when applying front brakes. Dealer service center said front brake rotors are warped and out of spec. No accident ‘YET’ but Harley Davidson is refusing to fix the brake problem under warranty (bike is 8 months old), stating brake rotors are a ‘wear’ item, although the Replacement rotors WOULD have a 1 year ‘warranty’. WTH ??? Brake rotors do not ‘wear out’ beyond OEM specs in 8 months and < 6,000 miles. Dealer claims ‘incorrect break in’ caused problem. My 2015 motorcycle bought from same dealer has 40,000 miles on it with no issues, however, brake pads on 2015 bike were replaced with high quality aftermarket brake pads, indicating a possible OEM brake pad and or rotor quality issue, definitely NOT a lack of operator break in procedure. This 2023 is my daily driver, 80 miles round trip on SoCal fwys and I cannot afford the $ 675.00 ‘repair’ cost to my front braking system, so will have to use as is, hoping there won’t be a catastrophic failure before I can afford to have this issue repaired. Dealer is disavowing any and all responsibility for any braking issues that my refusal to pay for repairs may cause.
Safety Rating for the 2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRST
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRST in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRST
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRST
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRST
- 2022 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRST — 6 complaints
- 2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRST (current)
- 2024 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRST — 3 complaints
- 2025 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRST — 3 complaints
- 2026 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRST — 0 complaints
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