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 FlhxProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 24 owner complaints about the 2010 Harley-Davidson Flhx, 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 September 2, 2024. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2010 Harley-Davidson Flhx has problems
24 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
12Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
6Electrical system
4Engine
4Vehicle speed control
2Fuel/propulsion system
1Wheels
1Exterior lighting
1Fuel system, gasoline
1Power train
11 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 12 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 6 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| 1 other systems | 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 Flhx 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 Flhx 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 Flhx median. How we score
'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'20'21'22'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2010 Harley-Davidson Flhx, and the recalls they led to.
- Sudden Brake Failure - MotorcycleLed to recall 18V-076
In owners' words
What Flhx owners report
Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Front Brakes do not work. I can not operate brake lever will not pull in, brakes have been service to manufacture recommendations, Rear brakes work, the front brake has failed in ABS unit and failed not working.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HARLEY-DAVIDSON STREET GLIDE (FLHX). THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE BRAKE FLUID WAS PURGED, THE BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BUMPUS HARLEY-DAVIDSON OF JACKSON (326 CARRIAGE HOUSE DRIVE, JACKSON, TN 38305, [PHONE]) WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HARLEY- DAVIDSON FLHX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE ABS SYSTEM FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR BRAKES FAILED TO OPERATE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT BRAKES WAS ENGAGED TO GET THE MOTORCYCLE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP.…
Own a 2010 Flhx?
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