The Harley Infotainment System stops working and goes blank in numerous riding cycles and within one riding cycle it can fail numerous times. Over the air updates have failed to correct this safety flaw as have any rider inputs of software adjustments. This creates a serious safety concern due to the rider attempting to "fiddle" with the infotainment unit constantly while riding.
The worst 2026 Harley-Davidson Flhxl problems
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- Electrical1
Recalls 2
Engine and engine cooling: engine: engine control module (ecu/ECM)
- What is wrong
- Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2026 FLHXLSE, FLTRXSTSE, FLHXSTSE, FLHXSE, FLHXL, FLTRXP, FLTRX, FLTRXL, and FLHX motorcycles. The engine control module (ECM) may communicate the incorrect gear position of neutral when the transmission is actually in gear.
- Risk
- The motorcycle can experience unintended forward motion, increasing the risk of an injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the gear position sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 16, 2026. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1‑800‑258‑2464. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became became searchable on on November 6, 2025. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0194.
Recall number 26V730000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: crankcase (PCV)
- What is wrong
- Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2024-2026 FLTRX, FLHX, 2025-2026 FXBR, FLFB, 2025 FLHXU, 2026 FLTRXL, FLTRT, FLHXL, and FLHLT motorcycles built with an Airbox Baseplate (part number 29000373). The airbox backplate breather port may be blocked, allowing pressure to build up inside the crankcase.
- Risk
- When the dipstick is removed while the crankcase is pressurized, oil may eject from the fill spout, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the breather port, and if the port is blocked, repair the blockage, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 14, 2026. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1‑800‑258‑2464. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on April 16, 2025. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0193.
Recall number 26V270000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2026 Harley-Davidson Flhxl 17
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Skyline os version 5057D software update
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Exhaust smoke, oil carry-over or milky oil (M8 models with transmission-mounted breather)
- Skyline os version 5057D software update
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Aftermarket exhaust header debris
- Skyline os version 5057D software update
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Questions about the 2026 Harley-Davidson Flhxl
Is the 2026 Harley-Davidson Flhxl reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2026 Harley-Davidson Flhxl, close to a typical Flhxl model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2026 Harley-Davidson Flhxl?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2026 Harley-Davidson Flhxl have?
2 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling.
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