repaired · 2017 Q1
Equipment
Risk. If a saddlebag is not adequately secured, it may separate from the motorcycle while riding, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
2014 Harley-Davidson FlhxProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 8 owner complaints about the 2014 Harley-Davidson Flhx, most often about the power train. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 15V-427 the manufacturer reports only 81% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 18, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Harley-Davidson Flhx has problems
8 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Power train
2Structure
1Equipment adaptive/mobility
1Service brakes
1Service brakes, hydraulic
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2014 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.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Power train: clutch assembly
Risk. When the engine is running and the motorcycle is in gear, if the clutch cannot be fully disengaged, the motorcycle may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk…
repaired · 2016 Q1
Power train: clutch assembly
Risk. If the clutch does not remain disengaged, the motorcycle may creep forward while the rider intends to be stopped, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q3
Service brakes, hydraulic
Risk. A pinched brake line will increase the front brake fluid pressure, possibly resulting in a front wheel lock-up, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2015 Q1
Power train: clutch assembly
Risk. If the clutch does not disengage, the rider may have difficulty slowing or stopping the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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
2014 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
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
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In owners' words
What Flhx owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHX. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE GEAR SHIFTER TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD AND WAS UNABLE TO ENGAGE INTO FIRST GEAR. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS TAKEN TO HARLEY-DAVIDSON (239 DANIEL WEBSTER HIGHWAY, MEREDITH, NEW HAMPSHIRE 03254, [PHONE]) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT…
I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND MY SHIFTER LEVER FELL OFF THE BIKE,SO WHEN I GOT HOME I DISCOVERED THAT THE SHIFTER ROD WAS STRIPPED SO NOT ONLY DID I HAVE TO REPLACE THE ROD BUT BOTH FRONT AND REAR SHIFTER LEVERS AS WELL.THIS BIKE ONLY HAS 6000,00 MILES ON IT. WHEN I WENT TO MY LOCAL HD…
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