Motorcycles · Harley-Davidson · Adventure & touring

Illustration

Harley-Davidson Street Glide.

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, 2006 to 2026 models.

280owner complaints

19recalls

12%involved a crash, fire or injury

12,000typical miles at complaint

Street Glide years to avoid. The model years with the most complaints filed with NHTSA.

200829 complaints

Brakes are the top complaint (8).

Recall 18V076000: If old brake fluid leaves deposits, a valve in the ABS unit can stick and reduce braking (2008-2011 Touring bikes with ABS).
Recall 08V357000: The fuel filter shell can crack and drop fuel pressure, so the engine can stall or not start (2008 Touring bikes).

200929 complaints

Electrical is the top complaint.

Recall 18V076000: If old brake fluid leaves deposits, a valve in the ABS unit can stick and reduce braking (2008-2011 Touring bikes with ABS).

201028 complaints

Brakes are the top complaint (14).

Recall 18V076000: If old brake fluid leaves deposits, a valve in the ABS unit can stick and reduce braking (2008-2011 Touring bikes with ABS).

201427 complaints

Three clutch recalls on this year.

Recall 13V515000: Air in the clutch system or a wrong clutch release plate can keep the clutch from disengaging.
Recall 14V537000: A part in the clutch master cylinder can fail, so the clutch may not stay disengaged and the bike can creep forward.
Recall 15V216000: The clutch master cylinder may not disengage the clutch, especially after the bike sits parked for a while.

Since 2019, no Street Glide year drew more than 13.

20064

200720

200829

200929

201028

201123

201218

20138

201427

201511

201612

201718

201814

20197

20204

20212

20222

20236

202413

Complaints filed with NHTSA per model year (FLHX, FLHXS, FLHXSE and the other Street Glide codes), 2006 to 2024, from api.nhtsa.gov on Nov 14, 2026. These are counts, not rates: there are no sales figures per motorcycle model year. A complaint is not proof of a defect.

Every year21 model yearsMost complaints: 2008See every year →ProblemsBrakes25% of complaintsbrakes25%transmission & drivetrain19%electrical16%See problems →Recalls & safety19 recallsFree fix at any dealerSee recalls & safety →Specs & enginesEvery versionpower, weight, seat height and priceSee specs →

Complaints by model year.

20064

200720

200829

200929

201028

201123

201218

20138

201427

201511

201612

201718

201814

20197

20204

20212

20222

20236

202413

20253

20262

Popular years get more complaints just because more were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect them. There are no U.S. sales figures by motorcycle model year, so these are counts, not rates.

What owners complain about. Share of complaints.

brakes25%

transmission & drivetrain19%

electrical16%

engine15%

throttle & speed control9%

Recalls 19

Engine And Engine Cooling 2026
The engine control module (ECM) may communicate the incorrect gear position of neutral when the transmission is actually in gear.
Engine And Engine Cooling 2026
The airbox backplate breather port may be blocked, allowing pressure to build up inside the crankcase.
Electrical System 2024
The voltage regulator output wire may rub on the front corner of the crankcase, exposing the wire and causing an electrical short circuit.

Show all 19

Engine And Engine Cooling 23V836000
The motorcycle may react unexpectedly and become difficult to control when traveling at certain high speeds, especially on rough roads or through wind gusts.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic 23V672000
The rear brake line may not be secured properly, allowing it to chafe against the exhaust pipe, which can result in a brake fluid leak.
Exterior Lighting 22V781000
Please refer to Addendum A for specific vehicle model details.
Power Train 18V734000
The secondary clutch actuator cylinder may leak fluid internally and the clutch master cylinder may lose the ability to generate enough lift to disengage the clutch.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic 18V076000
Deposits may form on components within the brake system if the DOT 4 brake fluid is not replaced for a prolonged period of time beyond the 2-year maintenance schedule specified in the Owners Manual.
Engine And Engine Cooling 17V333000
In the affected motorcycles, a clamp used to secure an engine oil cooler line may have been improperly installed.
Power Train 16V471000
In the affected motorcycles, the clutch master cylinder may lose the ability to generate enough lift to disengage the clutch, especially if the motorcycle has been parked for an extended period of time.
Equipment 15V427000
The affected motorcycles have saddlebag mounting receptacles that may not adequately secure the saddlebags to the motorcycle.
Power Train 15V216000
On July 31, 2015, Harley-Davidson expanded the recall to cover an additional 61,065 motorcycles.
Power Train 14V537000
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.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic 14V319000
The affected motorcycles may have been assembled with the front brake line positioned so that it can be pinched between the fuel tank and frame causing the front brake fluid pressure to increase.
Power Train 13V515000
The clutch master cylinder may allow air into the clutch system.
Exterior Lighting 11V506000
See the above list for the models included in the recall.
Fuel System, Gasoline 09V457000
The front fuel tank mounts may distort in reaction to severe frame damage from a frontal collision.
Fuel System, Gasoline 08V357000
These motorcycles may experience a cracking of the fuel filter shell leading to loss of fuel pressure.
Visibility 05V427000
Certain motorcycles were built with mirrors that were improperly located on the inner fairing.

Recall repairs are free at any dealer. Check a specific bike's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Specs The maker's claimed figures for a representative year. ~ means approximate.