Tl* the contact owns a 1997 harley davidson flhtcu motorcycle . The contact stated that the vehicle began to wobble as the frame failed while driving approximately 65 MPH. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the frame was found to be fractured. The contact was advised that the frame would need to be replaced. The contact stated that the frame had previously been replaced for a similar failure. The VIN was not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000 and the current mileage was 156,000.
The worst 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu problems
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Recalls 1
Electrical system: ignition: switch
- 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
What 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu owners say
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While driving the vehicle suddenly looses all electrical power, after a few seconds the power will resume. Nlm
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Questions about the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu
Is the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu, fewer than a typical Flhtcu model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu?
Body and structure, with 1 complaint. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu have?
1 recall, covering electrical system.
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