Harley-Davidson Flhtk abs comes on

Filed Nov 3, 2023 · Brakes · NV

The ABS module has failed on my HD FLHTK causing the rear brake to stop working with no warning. The dealer has my bike but said the module is out of stock and is back ordered until April of 2024. Doing an internet search reveals this is a known problem, sometimes causing both front and rear brakes to fail without warning. They said the brake fluid should have been replaced every two years to avoid this problem. I did not know this. The risk is obvious. The diagnosis was done by Henderson Harley-Davidson, in Henderson, Nevada. My bike remains there. There was no warning before the failure.

Filed Mar 3, 2023 · Brakes · MO

The coolant pump failed causing the engine to over heat which I was informed is a known issue with this year model. Plus my ABS system failed which makes the bike unable to operate.

Filed Aug 30, 2022 · Brakes · AR

Lost brakes to rear wheel with abs failure

Filed May 31, 2022 · Brakes, Suspension · CO · crash

Rear brake failed, & no ABS. Push hard on pedal and NO BRAKES!!! Brake pedal very stiff and applies no brakes!! Almost got into wreck. It was close and I am calling it a wreck. Thank god I was going slow! This issue is highly dangerous!! Why doesn't the NHTSB give a [XXX]? (Rear brake has never worked well since new. Had it in the Harley shop when new, and they say nothing is wrong. Nothing wrong??? No brakes on a motorcycle is not a good thing!!!!!! ) Found that 2011 & earlier bikes have a recall on the ABS. My 2012 has the same system. Why is there not a recall? Also found that Harley will not fix the brake issue on the recalled bikes. WHY??? Also, air suspension system fails. This leads to a loss of control of the bike, somewhat. Also triple trees feel loose which effects handling. This may be related to the air suspension issues. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

Filed Jan 14, 2021 · Brakes · 42,956 miles · MO

Abs brake issues. Locking up

Filed Jul 15, 2020 · Brakes · 13,000 miles · WV

We were on a major highway going approximately 70 MPH when the brakes instantly locked up. We went from 70 to 0 in seconds. We barely made it to the shoulder as we needed to clear other bikes. People behind us claim the brake lights never came on nor did the ABS light to indicate an issue. The brakes remained locked for several minutes before we could even move the bike. The bike was trailer to hd in frederick where they claim it's a faulty ABS module. Now hd is fighting the repair. Searching online there is an issue with the ABS modules. This issue could have been deadly and a lesser experienced rider would have dropped the bike when it bit down hard, the front end of the bike dropped down.

Filed May 29, 2020 · Brakes · 13,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 harley-davidson flhtk. The contact stated while approaching a traffic light at 25 MPH, while applying the front and rear brakes, the front brakes failed to engage. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The motorcycle was taken to southside harley-davidson located at 385 n witchduck rd, virginia beach, va 23462, (757) 499-8964, to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the ABS module and front brake master cylinder was replaced. The motorcycle was repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of failure. The failure mileage was 13,000.*dt

Filed May 4, 2020 · Brakes · 12,167 miles · PA

When I went to apply the rear brake the pedal was solid and brakes would not engage. I narrowly avoided crashing but not my bike is not safe to ride. After research I have found that harley has been aware of ABS failure for many years that was caused by poor design of their ABS system. However it is up to the consumer to replace the part. Their recall states to change brake fluid every two years. However other vehicles with th esame brake fluid have no issues.

Filed Apr 22, 2020 · Brakes · 5,567 miles · WA

Abs failure, no ABS failure light on. Riding on i82 between kennewick wa and umatilla or. Riding at 70 MPH, attempted to brake for slow moving traffic and discovered rear brake pedal in hydraulic lock condition, unable to push pedal down...so no rear brake. Almost had an accident. Was able to get harley home safely. The federal safety agency campaign number: 18v076000 exist for earlier models with same ABS problem. Cost of repair $1500 to $2000. Need same recall for later years

Filed Apr 15, 2020 · Brakes · 18,000 miles · SC

Front brake lever is very hard to pull, front brakes won't engage. This happened as I was riding on the highway and getting ready to exit. I tried to pump the brakes and it got better but only for a few minutes. I called my mechanic and he told me it was the ABS control module. He said it's been happening for years with harley davidson's faulty design. This seems to still be happening even with bikes newer than mine. How many more lives have to be lost because of harley davidson's faulty equipment. I would like to add that my mechanic use to do all the warranty work for the harley dealership in augusta, ga he is a very knowledgeable and reputable and honest mechanic.