Rear right running light failed, turn signal and brake signal still function. Running signal comes on and off intermittently in a random pattern. There is no evidence of any loose connection, abrasion, kink, crimp or other visual damage to the electrical wire going to the light. Bike has reduced road and night time visibility due to problem.
The worst 2011 Harley-Davidson FXS problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Lights5
- Electrical1
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- Lights5
- Electrical1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2011 Harley-Davidson FXS 16
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
- New balancer bearing remover tool HD-48457-A
- Milwaukee eight and twin cam camshaft drive gear retention kit changes
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
What 2011 Harley-Davidson FXS owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
After only 700 miles, my tail lights burnt out and continue to do so every 50 miles or so. Harley dealerships have been notified many times by myself and other riders having the same problem, but they have done nothing to fix the problem or write a recall for the wiring harness or sockets. What will it take for them to do something? Does someone have to get rear ended while riding at night?
Upon starting the bike I noticed the right rear tail light had burned out. I've heard from alot of people that this is becoming a common occurance and fear it may happen again.
The left side 1157-type brake/tail/turn-signal bulb failed at approximately 400 miles. Within the next 1000 miles the original right-side bulb failed, and 2 sylvania "long life" replacement bulbs have also failed.
The left side tail/ running light on my 2011 harley davidson fxs blackline has gone out numerous times since I purchased the bike on 12 sept 2011. 1st trip back to dealer about problem, was told bad batch of bulbs...but I have tried non-hd bulbs (1157 bulbs as direct by dealership) and problem persists. Need something done soon. This is a very dangerous situation and it needs to be rectified.
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Questions about the 2011 Harley-Davidson FXS
Is the 2011 Harley-Davidson FXS reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2011 Harley-Davidson FXS, close to a typical FXS model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2011 Harley-Davidson FXS?
Lights, with 5 complaints, typically around 1,350 miles. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 2011 Harley-Davidson FXS have?
No recalls on record.
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