Harley-Davidson FLHX years to avoid
No model year of the Harley-Davidson FLHX stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Harley-Davidson FLHX years
Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.
Harley-Davidson FLHX complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Harley-Davidson FLHX problems
All model years combined.
- Brakes54
- Electrical32
- Transmission31
- Engine25
- Acceleration17
- Fuel system14
- Wheels12
- Tires9
- Steering9
- Suspension6
- Body6
- Lights5
Harley-Davidson FLHX problems year by year
Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.
| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | - | 1 | Acceleration | 2 | 1 | ||
| 2025 | - | 2 | Body | 1 | 1 | ||
| 2024 | - | 10 | Electrical | 2 | 0 | ||
| 2020 | - | 1 | Engine | 1 | 0 | ||
| 2018 | - | 8 | Transmission | 3,500 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2017 | - | 5 | Electrical | 2 | 0 | Fewest complaints | |
| 2016 | - | 4 | Electrical | 1 | 1 | ||
| 2015 | - | 3 | Body | 2 | 1 | ||
| 2014 | - | 8 | Body | 6,000 | 5 | 0 | Fewest complaints |
| 2013 | - | 6 | Brakes | 12,000 | 0 | 1 | Fewest complaints |
| 2012 | - | 16 | Brakes | 26,300 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2011 | - | 18 | Brakes | 13,500 | 2 | 2 | |
| 2010 | - | 24 | Brakes | 23,000 | 3 | 0 | |
| 2009 | - | 29 | Electrical | 25,600 | 3 | 1 | |
| 2008 | - | 30 | Brakes | 24,000 | 2 | 1 | |
| 2007 | - | 20 | Transmission | 10,100 | 0 | 3 |
Recalls 17
Harley-Davidson FLHX warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
- TIRE TREAD DEPTH GUIDE-UPDATE. PURPOSE: [Revision C. Updated: Tire Tread Depth Guide
- Battery warranty guidelines
- BATTERY WARRANTY GUIDELINES. PURPOSE: [Revision F. Added: Added video link for the DCA-8000 Battery Tester
- TIRE TREAD DEPTH GUIDE-UPDATE. PURPOSE: [Revision B. Updated: Tire Tread Depth Guide
- Battery warranty guidelines
Harley-Davidson FLHX in the news
Questions about the Harley-Davidson FLHX
What years of the Harley-Davidson FLHX should you avoid?
No single model year of the Harley-Davidson FLHX has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Harley-Davidson FLHX?
2017, 2013 and 2014 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (5, 6 and 8).
What is the most common problem with the Harley-Davidson FLHX?
Brakes, with 54 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (32) and transmission (31).
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson FLHX have?
17 recalls between 2007 and 2026. The 2014 model year has the most, with 5.
VIN decoder
See the problems and recalls for an exact car
Buying a used Harley-Davidson FLHX?
Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.
Check its history