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1994 Harley-Davidson Flhtc problems

The most common problem on the 1994 Harley-Davidson Flhtc is electrical system. It has 2.0 times the complaints of a typical Flhtc model year.

Typical year2.0x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
8
Recalls
2
Worst area
Electrical

The worst 1994 Harley-Davidson Flhtc problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Electrical
    8

Problems by type

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  • Electrical
    8

Recalls 2

Electrical system: ignition: switchReported July 14, 1998 · 55,013 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: fl touring motorcycles. A loss of electrical power through the ignition switch can occur due to excessive current and other factors.
Risk
This condition can cause the engine to fail to start, operate erratically, or stall.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ignition switch/circuit breaker and install a relay kit.

Recall number 98V158000 · Recall details

Vehicle speed controlReported December 13, 1993 · 4,038 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The components within the right-hand switch assembly may generate heat, which is conducted by the metal throttle guide tubes, sufficient to melt the interliner between the cable housing and the throttle cable, thus restricting the movement of the throttle cable.
Risk
Restriction of the throttle cable movement may cause thethrottle to bind, which may result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Remedy
Repair the throttle cable.

Recall number 93V211000 · Recall details

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What 1994 Harley-Davidson Flhtc owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 6, 1999 · Electrical · VA

Consumer has been unable to have recall repairs on ignition switch made on motorcycle due to lack of parts. Nlm (attorney for consumer).

Filed Apr 6, 1999 · Electrical · FL

Recall # 98v158000 electrical system: ignition: switch: owner has contacted dealership many times and recall part is on back order. Part has not been available since june of 1998.

Filed Nov 13, 1998 · Electrical · AZ

Recall # 98v158000 harley davidson ignition switch; contacted two dealerships numerous times since august 1, 1998. Dealer never has parts available and does not know when parts will become available.

Filed Sep 15, 1998 · Electrical · OH

Recall # 98v15800 harley davidson/ignition switch; no parts available to correct recall. Dealer not certain when parts will be available. Consumer contacted dealership around the first of august of 1998.

Filed Jul 14, 1998 · Electrical · IL

The ignition switch locks up and the motorcycle will not start. Please provide more details.

Filed Feb 11, 1998 · Electrical · AZ

Ignition switch failed, causing motorcycle to lose power/stall. This poses a grave danger should one attempt to accelerate across an intersection/ pass slower traffic or merge on freeway.

Filed Oct 15, 1997 · Electrical · CA

Consumer states that the ignition switch failed. While driving the engine shuts off as if the ignition was shut off.the owner had to replace the ignition switch 3 times. The manufacturer has been contacted.

Filed Jun 23, 1997 · Electrical · NC

Ignition switch replaced four times, comes apart/breaks inside, loses all vehicle power.

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Questions about the 1994 Harley-Davidson Flhtc

Is the 1994 Harley-Davidson Flhtc reliable?

Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 1994 Harley-Davidson Flhtc, 2.0 times a typical Flhtc model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1994 Harley-Davidson Flhtc?

Electrical system, with 8 complaints.

How many recalls does the 1994 Harley-Davidson Flhtc have?

2 recalls, covering electrical system and vehicle speed control.

Was there a recall on the 1994 Harley-Davidson Flhtc electrical?

Yes, 1 recall: 98V158000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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