repaired · 2019 Q4
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Risk. These deposits may cause a valve within the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit to stick, reducing braking ability and increasing the risk of a crash.
2010 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUSE5Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 8 owner complaints about the 2010 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUSE5, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-076 the manufacturer reports only 49% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 16, 2019. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2010 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUSE5 has problems
8 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Service brakes
1Fuel system, gasoline
1Power train
1Engine
1Service brakes, hydraulic1 crash/fire/injury
1Structure
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 | 1 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2010 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUSE5 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
no report yet
Brake lights: switch
Risk. THE EXCESSIVE HEAT MAY CAUSE THE SWITCH TO NOT ACTIVATE THE BRAKE LAMP OR ACTIVATE THE BRAKE LAMP WHEN NO BRAKE IS APPLIED AND/OR CAUSE A BRAKE FLUID LEAK AT…
no report yet
Tank assembly: mounting
Risk. A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE, WHICH COULD LEAD TO INJURY OR DEATH TO THE RIDER.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Harley-Davidson.
Best & worst years
2010 vs. every other FLHTCUSE5 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the FLHTCUSE5 median. How we score
'10
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2010 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUSE5, and the recalls they led to.
- Sudden Brake Failure - MotorcycleLed to recall 18V-076
In owners' words
What FLHTCUSE5 owners report
Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTCUSE5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 5 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO COME TO A COMPLETE HALT, THE FRONT BRAKE LEVER FAILED TO DEPRESS. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY THE REAR BRAKE PEDAL IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE ANTI-LOCK WARNING LIGHT…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HARLEY DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLE FLHTCUSE5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR BRAKES FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE…
THE REAR BRAKES FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THE ABS BRAKING SYSTEM WOULD NOT ALLOW PRESSURE PAST THE ABS MODULE. THIS FAILURE WAS CAUSED BY AN OBSTRUCTION IN THE MODULE. *TR
Own a 2010 FLHTCUSE5?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.