While riding the bike shuts down and the check engine light turns on. The shut off lasts a few seconds and then the bike turns back on. On a couple of occassions the bike also had a surge of unwanted revving and acceleration and I almost lost control. The bracket that holds the ignition switch has broken at least 3 times and has been replaced by harley. The most recent replacement was roughly 1 month before this ignition failure occurred.
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- Electrical2
- Engine1
- Lights1
- Steering1
- Suspension1
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Recalls 2
Electrical system: ignition: switch
- What is wrong
- Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain model year 2014.5-2016 Dyna Low Rider motorcycles (FXDL 103) manufactured January 6, 2014 to April 7, 2016. In the affected motorcycles, engine vibrations may damage the ignition switch internally and, as a result, the engine may shut off while riding.
- Risk
- If the engine shuts off, the motorcycle would stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will install an improved ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on June 3, 2016. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1‑800‑258‑2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0168.
Recall number 16V283000 · Recall details
Electrical system: software
- What is wrong
- Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain model year 2014.5 FXDL Dyna Low Rider motorcycles manufactured January 6, 2014, through June 19, 2014. In the affected motorcycles, certain optional performance electronic control module calibrations may allow higher engine rpms that could result in engine vibrations that cause the ignition switch to move from the "IGN" (ignition on) to "ACC" (accessory only) position, which will shut the engine off.
- Risk
- If the vibration causes the ignition switch to move to the accessory only position, the motorcycle would stall while riding, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine mount bracket assembly and ignition switch knob, free of charge. The recall began on July 29, 2014. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1‑800‑258‑2464.
Recall number 14V413000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2014 Harley-Davidson FXDL 23
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
- 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
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Genuine motor parts and motor accessories bulletin PAB1158: oil filter packaging and case quantity update
What 2014 Harley-Davidson FXDL owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 harley-davidson fxdl. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v283000 (electrical system); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
I know my bike is in a recall, I was sitting at a red light getting ready for it to turn green to make my left hand turn onto a three lane road and once my light turned green I proceeded to make my left hand turn on to the three lane road and I was going fine and the next thing I knew, I was on the ground and the bike was lying behind me on its side. The engine shut off right in the middle of my turn. I have been trying to find out why they sold me the bike with the current recall active. If the problem is in fact why my bike stopped running then I want to know my course of action.
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Questions about the 2014 Harley-Davidson FXDL
Is the 2014 Harley-Davidson FXDL reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2014 Harley-Davidson FXDL, close to a typical FXDL model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2014 Harley-Davidson FXDL?
Electrical system, with 2 complaints. Next is engine (1).
How many recalls does the 2014 Harley-Davidson FXDL have?
2 recalls, covering electrical system.
Was there a recall on the 2014 Harley-Davidson FXDL electrical?
Yes, 2 recalls: 16V283000, 14V413000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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