Tl* the contact owns a 1998 harley-davidson electra glide ultra flhtcui. While driving 40 MPH, the rear swing arm fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.
The worst 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical5
- Suspension2
- Fuel system1
- Tires1
- Wheels1
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- Electrical5
- Suspension2
- Fuel system1
- Tires1
- Wheels1
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 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 harley-davidson electra glide ultra flhtcui equipped with metzeler me 888 marathon ultra tires, size: 130/90/r16. While driving 65 MPH, the rear tire seized and the contact lost control of the motorcycle. The contact and passenger were ejected from the motorcycle. Both the contact and passenger were seriously injured and received medical attention; however, the passenger was fatally injured. The motorcycle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was awaiting repairs. A police report was filed. The contact stated that the sidewall separated from the rear tire. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate tire and vehicle failure mileage was 40,000.
Broken swing arm causing a high speed wobble. Swing arm cracked over top of axle allowing the rear shock absorber to push open the end of the swing arm exposing the rear axel shaft. Only the belt was holding rear wheel on.
This is a failure in a custom wheel model #4163080bp manufactured by hallcraft's industries corp. Ten spokes on the rear wheel broke causing instability and loss of control. These ten spokes broke over 5 monts and w/I 4000 miles of installation.
Motorcycle quit while moving in traffic, it would crank but not start.
Consumer received a manufacturer's recall concerning ignition switch. Dealer was contacted on five occasions, repairs still not completed. Seeking help from the federal safety agency in this matter.
Consumer has received a recall notice for the ignition switch for motorcycle. Owner has contatced the dealer and manufacturer on 03-aug-98 . Recall has not been repaired.
When riding in every gear , from time to time, there is a miss. At times it's in 2, 3, and 5th gears. This problem existed in consumer's 97 model. A recall notice has been received on the ignition . Owner has notified the dealer and manufacturer.
Circuit breaker has been defective. The dealer was contacted two times, the switch was replaced, and dealer cannot duplicate the problem.
Ignition switch has been replaced three times because when riding at any speed the radio will flash on or goes off. The vehicle loses power and the engine cuts off. The engine check light comes on, and the motorcycle will restart by itself or it won't start at all. Dealer cannot duplicate the problem.
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Questions about the 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui
Is the 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui reliable?
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui, 1.3 times a typical Flhtcui model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui?
Electrical system, with 5 complaints. Next is suspension (2).
How many recalls does the 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui have?
1 recall, covering electrical system.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui electrical?
Yes, 1 recall: 98V158000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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