Saddlebag fell off while driving. Dealer inspected and did not find cause. Previous recall fix had been completed.
The worst 2015 Harley-Davidson Flhtk problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Engine4
- Body3
- Electrical2
- Fuel system2
- Brakes1
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- Engine4
- Body3
- Electrical2
- Fuel system2
- Brakes1
- Transmission1
Recalls 2
Equipment
- What is wrong
- Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Road King (FLHR), Street Glide (FLHX), Street Glide Special (FLHXS), Electra Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU), Ultra Limited (FLHTK), Police Road King (FLHP), Police Electra Glide (FLHTP), CVO Ultra Limited (FLHTKSE), 2014 CVO Road King (FLHRSE), and 2015 Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low (FLHTCUL), Ultra Limited Low (FLHTKL), Road Glide (FLTRX), Road Glide Special (FLTRXS), CVO Street Glide (FLHXSE), and CVO Road Glide Ultra (FLTRUSE) motorcycles. The affected motorcycles have saddlebag mounting receptacles that may not adequately secure the saddlebags to the motorcycle.
- Risk
- If a saddlebag is not adequately secured, it may separate from the motorcycle while riding, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected saddlebag mounting receptacles with updated receptacles, free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2015. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1‑800‑258‑2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0166.
Recall number 15V427000 · Recall details
Power train: clutch assembly
- What is wrong
- Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) notified the agency on April 9, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Electra Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU), Electra Glide Ultra Classic - Twin Cooled (FLHTCU TC), Ultra Limited (FLHTK), Police Electra Glide (FLHTP), Street Glide (FLHX), Street Glide Special (FLHXS), CVO Street Glide (FLHXSE), 2015 Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low (FLHTCUL), Ultra Limited Low (FLHTKL), Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low - Twin Cooled (FLHTCUL TC), Road Glide Special (FLTRXS), Road Glide (FLTRX), and 2014 CVO Road King (FLHRSE) motorcycles. On July 31, 2015, Harley-Davidson expanded the recall to cover an additional 61,065 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, the clutch master cylinder may lose the ability to generate enough lift to disengage the clutch, especially if the motorcycle has been parked for an extended period of time.
- Risk
- When the engine is running and the motorcycle is in gear, if the clutch cannot be fully disengaged, the motorcycle may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will flush the clutch system and rebuild the clutch master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began April 23, 2015. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1‑800‑258‑2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0165.
Recall number 15V216000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2015 Harley-Davidson Flhtk 42
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Battery warranty guidelines
- Big twin inner primary seal changes
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Midtronics GRX-3110 and DCA-8000 software
- Genuine motor parts and accessories bulletin PAB1171 (rev b): software update for screamin eagle pro...
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Midtronics GRX-3110 and DCA-8000 software
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Market specific battery introduction
- Milwaukee eight and twin cam camshaft drive gear retention kit changes
What 2015 Harley-Davidson Flhtk owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Clutch became frozen in gear requiring towing. Event occurred twice. Difficulty getting into neutral. Dealer made repairs at my expense. There was a recall for these issues for later models!
After sitting in the sun approx. 8 hours, while in motion, engine died approx. 2 seconds when stopping, turning or accelerating. 1 time engine sputtered when it died at a stop, the other times engine just stopped running. Started right back up. Ok if fuel tank and PCM (seat) are covered or bike in garage. Been to dealership twice, they were unable to verify. Died several times from 3/18/17.
On interstate water pump failure at 9000 miles on the bike. Had the water pump replaced at denver harley cost $810.00
2015 harley davidson flhtk. Consumer writes in regards to disturbing engine implosion. *ld the consumer stated while driving at high speeds the engine on the vehicle blew.
Spark plug wire leading to front cylinder rubs against the fuel tank, leading to abrasion through the insulation of the spark plug wire. Replacement of park plug wire under warranty denied by fort bragg harley davidson. Abrasion through the insulation by contact of the fuel tank could lead to fire or explosion should the wire arc on the fuel tank or if fuel leaks.
Clutch began slipping at 14,000 miles while in 6th gear while on interstate. Resulted in evasive maneuvers being taken by myself and other motorists to avoid collision, as I was in the middle lane. Dealership stated that the clutch is not covered in warranty.
December 23, 2016, while riding my harley davidson flhtk ultra limited motorcycle at approximately 45 MPH on a straight section of interstate 295 in the district of columbia, the right saddlebag mounting pins detached from the receptacles, allowing the saddlebag to detach from the motorcycle. This unwanted event caused a traffic hazard for other motorists. The weather was clear and the road surface was dry and relatively even. The saddlebags were checked approximately 25 minutes before the event, prior to operating the motorcycle, and nothing unusual was observed. This event occurred after recall work was performed to replace the original defective pin connectors (the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v427000). The replacement design of the pin connectors has not resolved the issue that could lead to unwanted detachment of the saddlebags. An insurance claim has been filed with geico motorcycle and is in process. Photos have been taken.
December 23, 2016, while riding my harley davidson flhtk ultra limited motorcycle at approximately 45 MPH on a straight section interstate 295 in the district of columbia, the right saddlebag pins from the receptacles, allowing the saddlebag to detach from the motorcycle. This event caused a traffic hazard for other motorists. The weather was clear and the road surface was dry and relatively even. The saddlebags were checked approximately 25 minutes before the event, prior to operating the motorcycle, and nothing unusual was observed. This event occurred after recall work was performed to replace the original defective pin connectors (the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v427000). The replacement design of the pin connectors has not resolved the issue that could lead to unwanted detachment of the saddlebags. An insurance claim has been filed with geico motorcycle and is in process. Photos have been taken and will be uploaded.
While on a trip through colorado I was descending a steep mountain grade. I applied light pressure to the front brake and felt a vibration in the front end. As I increased the front brake pressure while attempting to slow for a tight turn, the vibration increased until the entire motorcycle shook. The vibration ceased once the speed was reduced below about 30 MPH or brake pressure was released. This situation caused me surprise and distraction in a critical stage of operation and it is my belief that loss of control is possible in certain situations. I immediately called my dealership and after several calls to harley davidson for advice they replaced the two front rotors that had been checked twice and found to be within "specs." vehicle now operates normally.
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Is the 2015 Harley-Davidson Flhtk reliable?
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the 2015 Harley-Davidson Flhtk, close to a typical Flhtk model year.
What is the 2015 Harley-Davidson Flhtk year score?
The 2015 Harley-Davidson Flhtk scores 75 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Harley-Davidson Flhtk: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 Harley-Davidson Flhtk?
Engine and cooling, with 4 complaints. Next is body (3).
How many recalls does the 2015 Harley-Davidson Flhtk have?
2 recalls, covering equipment and power train.
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