The contact owns a 2019 Harley Davidson FLDE. The contact stated that while riding on a main road at 80 MPH, the motorcycle lost automotive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact immediately pulled over and upon inspection, the contact noticed that the oil tank was empty; however, shortly afterwards, oil drained back into the oil tank, and the motorcycle displayed erratic oil level reading. The motorcycle was taken to the residence and was then picked up by the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was advised that the oil pump and the cam plate were faulty and needed to be replaced. The motorcycle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 39,000.
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Recalls 2
Suspension: rear: shock absorber
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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 in this recall were previously repaired under recall 23V591, and will need to have the new remedy completed.
Recall number 25V375000 · Recall details
Suspension: rear: shock absorber
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 23V591000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2019 Harley-Davidson Flde 67
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- TIRE TREAD DEPTH GUIDE-UPDATE. PURPOSE: [Revision C. Updated: Tire Tread Depth Guide
- Battery warranty guidelines
- BATTERY WARRANTY GUIDELINES. PURPOSE: [Revision F. Added: Added video link for the DCA-8000 Battery Tester
- TIRE TREAD DEPTH GUIDE-UPDATE. PURPOSE: [Revision B. Updated: Tire Tread Depth Guide
- Battery warranty guidelines
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Cosmetic cylinder staining (all milwaukee-eight models)
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
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Is the 2019 Harley-Davidson Flde reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2019 Harley-Davidson Flde, fewer than a typical Flde model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2019 Harley-Davidson Flde?
Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2019 Harley-Davidson Flde have?
2 recalls, covering suspension.
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