2014 Harley-Davidson Fxdl recalls and problems

The 2014 Harley-Davidson Fxdl has 2 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is electrical system.

How the 2014 compares

Low

Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Low complaint count among 9 Fxdl model years — 6th most.

2recalls

3complaints

1crashes

0fires

0injuries

12,200median 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

Electrical System

May 10, 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V283000 · 8,060 vehicles

Problem: 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 & notes

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.

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.safercar.gov.

Electrical System

Jul 8, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V413000 · 3,361 vehicles

Problem: 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 & notes

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.

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.safercar.gov.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

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

Complaints by year filed

2014 vs. other Harley-Davidson Fxdl years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2014. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2014 Harley-Davidson Fxdl have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns covering the 2014 Harley-Davidson Fxdl, the latest from May 10, 2016 (electrical system). 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 2014 Harley-Davidson Fxdl?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention electrical system (2), engine (1), exterior lighting (1). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.