2021 Harley-Davidson Flhc recalls and problems

The 2021 Harley-Davidson Flhc has 2 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is service brakes.

How the 2021 compares
Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Lowest complaint count among 4 Flhc model years — 4th most.

2recalls
1complaints
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
2,800median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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2 recalls

Suspension

Jun 6, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V375000 · 82,117 vehicles

Problem: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Softail motorcycles. The mounting tab on the rear shock pre-load adjuster may break, allowing the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.

Risk: A sudden loss of tire pressure increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will install a new bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 16, 2025. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0188. Some of the vehicles included in this recall were previously repaired under recall 23V591, and will need to have the new remedy completed.

Suspension

Aug 22, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V591000 · 65,224 vehicles

Problem: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2018-2019 FLDE, 2018-2021 FLHC, 2018-2023 FLHCS, 2018 and 2023 FLHCS ANV, 2020-2023 FXLRS, 2022-2023 FXLRST, and 2022 FXRST Softail motorcycles. A fastener securing the rear shock absorber may break and allow the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.

Risk: A loss of tire pressure can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

Dealers will replace the shock absorber fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0181.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Service Brakes1

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

2021 vs. other Harley-Davidson Flhc years

2018: 3 complaints201832021: 1 complaints20212025: 2 complaints20252026: 2 complaints20262

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2021. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2021 Harley-Davidson Flhc have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns covering the 2021 Harley-Davidson Flhc, the latest from Jun 6, 2025 (suspension). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Harley-Davidson Flhc?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention service brakes (1). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.