AI DamageHarley-Davidson Fxdli: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Harley-Davidson Fxdli across 1 model years: 6 owner complaints and 0 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
| Year | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) | YouTube repair videos |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
What fails most often
- 1 Electrical system 50% of all complaints
- 2 Powertrain 33% of all complaints
- 3 Steering 33% of all complaints
- 4 Structure 33% of all complaints
- 5 Engine and cooling 17% of all complaints
- 6 Service brakes 17% of all complaints
- 7 Vehicle speed control 17% of all complaints
- Electrical system: 3 complaints (50% of all).
- Powertrain: 2 complaints (33% of all).
- Steering: 2 complaints (33% of all).
- Structure: 2 complaints (33% of all).
- Engine and cooling: 1 complaints (17% of all).
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 6 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 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Powertrain | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine and cooling | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 | 0 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
While driving 35 mph, the steering wheel became loose while driving over bumps and there was an abnormal rattling noise. Additionally, the fork lock was inoperable. The contact called myrtle beach harley-davidson ([address], myrtle beach, [ZIP], [phone]), but was not diagnosed or repaired.
No warning, no "check engine" light illumination during occurrence (hence no trouble code stored). Speedo fails intermittent, cycle hot or cold, while driving or from stop. Motorcycle is equipped with a tachometer as well, it continues to function normally.
Purchased 2006 harley davidson fxdli for my wife in 2007, we have had a problem with ignition cylinder/fork lock mechanism for some time. Issue is that it takes more effort than really necessary to operate, whether removing the key or placing in the start position.
The contact also noticed a vibration from the front end of the vehicle. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed grease leaking from the front wheel bearings. The contact replaced the front wheel bearings but the failure continued.
Rotor and stator failure due to screws backing out and shearing damaging regulator clutch primary drive chain loss of electrical system and engine failure! Parts replaced with new revision kit b.
Dt*: the contact stated the motorcycle was losing power, as if it lost half the power of the motor. This occurred whether accelerating or not. It has been a consistent problem that has almost caused an accident. The service dealer could not determine the cause of the problem.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
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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 2026-11-05.