AI Damage2024 Harley-Davidson Fltrx: common problems
Owners of the 2024 Harley-Davidson Fltrx filed 9 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and engine. The maker issued 79 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 9
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 79
What fails most often
- 1 Electrical system 89% of all complaints
- 2 Engine 22% of all complaints
- 3 Powertrain 11% of all complaints
- 4 Fuel/propulsion system 11% of all complaints
- Electrical system: 8 complaints (89% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 58.
- Engine: 2 complaints (22% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 24.
- Powertrain: 1 complaints (11% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 21.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 1 complaints (11% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 10.
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 9 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 8 | 0 | 58 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 24 |
| Powertrain | 1 | 0 | 21 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Vehicle speed control | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Electronic stability control | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 1 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
The engine lights come on when the power leaves the powertrain, and I have to coast to a safe location. Recently, it happened while on a road trip to Tennessee on the interstate and I had to maneuver through traffic, coasting to get to the shoulder of the road and nearly had an accident due to loss of power.
The Skyline OS on the infotainment system frequently resets and goes entirely black during rides. This is a known software problem that Harley does not seem to be able to fix. It means that in the middle of a ride, you lose your speedometer and donât know how fast you are going.
The check engine light, battery light and warning light all came on. As this is a driver in Houston TX, power dying on these roads unexpectedly can cause accidents that on a motorcycle can kill me or the driver of another vehicle. After pulling fuse I was able to get started and get it back to dealership.
Vehicle goes into limp mode unexpectedly and with no warning. Lose all throttle control forcing me to pull off out of traffic and trying to do so safely.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 11,368 of 36,659 model years in the NHTSA data (top 31% most complained about).
On average one model year of the Fltrx has 4 complaints (16 years in the data). This year has 9, above average.
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Fuel/propulsion system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- SERVICE BULLETIN M1490 (V 26.9.4)
DIGITAL TECHNICIAN II - UPDATES AND RELEASE NOTES. PURPOSE: Revision. This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has made a software update to Digital Technician II (DT II). DIGITAL TECHNICIAN II (PART NUMBER…
- SERVICE BULLETIN M1735
2023 TO 2026 CENTER-COOLED TOURING LICENSE PLATE LIGHT HOLDER. Purpose: Initial release. This bulletin informs dealers that a running change has occurred that impacts the design and assembly of the Touring license…
- SERVICE BULLETIN M1700 (REV B)
IGNITION COIL HARNESS REPAIR KIT FOR CENTER-COOLED VEHICLES. PURPOSE: Revision B. Purpose for Service Bulletin: NOTE The repair in the bulletin DOES NOT qualify for Emissions therefore EMS claims will not be accepted…
- SERVICE BULLETIN M1490 (V 26.8.3)
DIGITAL TECHNICIAN II - UPDATES AND RELEASE NOTES. PURPOSE: Revision. This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has made a software update to Digital Technician II (DT II). DIGITAL TECHNICIAN II (PART NUMBER…
- SERVICE BULLETIN M1700 (REV A)
IGNITION COIL HARNESS REPAIR KIT FOR CENTER-COOLED VEHICLES. PURPOSE: Revision. Purpose for Service Bulletin: This bulletin informs dealers that there is an Ignition Coil Harness Repair Kit (Part No. 69203885)…
- SERVICE BULLETIN M1490 (V 26.7.3)
DIGITAL TECHNICIAN II - UPDATES AND RELEASE NOTES. PURPOSE: Revision. This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has made a software update to Digital Technician II (DT II). DIGITAL TECHNICIAN II (PART NUMBER…
- SERVICE BULLETIN M1715 (REV C)
SKYLINE OS VERSION 5057D SOFTWARE UPDATE. PURPOSE: Revision. NOTE: Service Bulletin M1715 supersedes M1666. Repairs made to vehicles after April 8, 2026 following M1666 will not be accepted through warranty. Warranty…
- SERVICE BULLETIN M1722 (REV A)
EXHAUST SMOKE, OIL CARRY-OVER OR MILKY OIL (M8 MODELS WITH TRANSMISSION-MOUNTED BREATHER). PURPOSE: Revision A. Purpose for Service Bulletin. This bulletin informs dealers about: • The cause and effects of moisture in…
- SERVICE BULLETIN M1715 (REV B)
SKYLINE OS VERSION 5057D SOFTWARE UPDATE. PURPOSE: Revision. Updated: Purpose for Service Bulletin. Date Change: April 8 was April 24. Note added. NOTE: Service Bulletin M1715 supersedes M1666. Repairs made to vehicles…
- SERVICE BULLETIN M1490 (V 26.6.2)
DIGITAL TECHNICIAN II - UPDATES AND RELEASE NOTES. PURPOSE: Revision. This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has made a software update to Digital Technician II (DT II). DIGITAL TECHNICIAN II (PART NUMBER…
- SERVICE BULLETIN M1715 (REV A)
SKYLINE OS VERSION 5057D SOFTWARE UPDATE. PURPOSE: Initial release 3/9/2026. Revision A. 3/24/2026. Updated: Purpose for Service Bulletin. Added supersession note regarding M1666. Purpose for Service Bulletin. NOTE…
- SERVICE BULLETIN M1679
AFTERMARKET EXHAUST HEADER DEBRIS. PURPOSE: Initial release. This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has identified instances of premature engine failure due to abrasive particle wear, specifically from…
NHTSA lists 79 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Harley-Davidson Fltrx?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: electrical system, engine, powertrain. Total complaints: 9. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: loss of power / limp mode (22%), warning lights, check engine (22%), infotainment or screen glitches (11%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2024 Harley-Davidson Fltrx?
NHTSA lists 79 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2024 Harley-Davidson Fltrx from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2024 models
Read also
Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-06.