Model year record

2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON Flhxse

2 recall campaigns on file for this model year. 8 owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 23V836000

Engine and engine cooling: engine: engine control module (ECU/ECM)

Component
Engine and engine cooling: engine: engine control module (ECU/ECM)
Manufacturer
Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Vehicles affected
1,464
Reported to NHTSA
2023-12-08
Owners notified
2024-01-02

Defect description

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2023 FLHXSE (Street Glide CVO) motorcycles. The motorcycle may react unexpectedly and become difficult to control when traveling at certain high speeds, especially on rough roads or through wind gusts.

Safety risk

A motorcycle that is difficult to control can increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will update the engine control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2024. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0185.

Recall campaignNHTSA 23V672000

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Component
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufacturer
Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Vehicles affected
4,014
Reported to NHTSA
2023-10-04
Owners notified
2023-10-19

Defect description

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2023 FLHXSE and FLTRXSE motorcycles. 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.

Safety risk

A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the rear brake line clamp, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0184.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

ComponentComplaintsMedian mileage
Electrical system4
Power train2
Vehicle speed control250 mi

The 2022 model has 4 times as many complaints as this one. These figures reflect raw complaint counts, not failure rates. Higher-selling model years naturally receive more complaints.

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.