2015 HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCF — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2015 HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCF
The 2015 HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCF has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The most commonly reported problem area is the Service Brakes (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2015 HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCF
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2015 HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCF. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2015 HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCF
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCF. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Year: 2015 •Make: Harley-Davidson •Model: V-Rod Muscle (VRSCF) •VIN: [XXX] •Mileage: 5000 ⸻ Complaint Description: While riding my 2015 Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle (VRSCF), the ABS warning light illuminated, and braking became erratic—soft one moment, abrupt the next. Diagnostics revealed a failure in the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU), part number 40664-08A. This component is used across multiple V-Rod models from 2009–2015, including the Night Rod and VRSCDX, suggesting a widespread vulnerability. Similar owner-reported incidents highlight this isn’t isolated: •A V-Rod Muscle owner posted on Facebook: “the ABS is frozen!!!… front brake handle hard as a rock!!!” indicating a seized hydraulic unit.  •In a 2012 Night Rod, repeated ABS light faults were traced to a short sensor harness that caused an open circuit when the rear suspension compressed—highlighting potential design or routing flaws in the system.  Why this matters: A failing ABS HCU can severely impair braking safety, especially in emergencies or poor weather. Repair costs are steep—estimated over $1,000—and there is currently no recall addressing this known issue. I urge NHTSA to investigate whether a safety defect exists and determine if a recall is warranted. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
HYDRAULIC CONTROLLER FOR REAR BRAKES CAUSED LOSS OF BRAKING FOR REAR BRAKES - FORTUNATELY NO ACCIDENT - HARLEY REPLACING FOR OVER $1300 - AS YOU ARE AWARE THIS IS AN ONGOING ISSUE ACROSS HARLEY DAVIDSON MODELS (2015 VROD)
Safety Rating for the 2015 HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCF
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2015 HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCF in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2015 HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCF
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2015 HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCF
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCF
- 2010 HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCF — 3 complaints
- 2011 HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCF — 6 complaints
- 2012 HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCF — 3 complaints
- 2013 HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCF — 5 complaints
- 2014 HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCF — 4 complaints
- 2015 HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCF (current)
- 2016 HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCF — 4 complaints
Other HARLEY-DAVIDSON Models
- HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTCU — 331 total complaints
- HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHX — 233 total complaints
- HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTK — 209 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