2012 Harley-Davidson Flhxse3 recalls and problems

The 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhxse3 has 1 safety recall and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Harley-Davidson dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhxse3 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2012 Harley-Davidson Flhxse3 recalls

Recall 11V-506: Exterior Lighting

Reported Oct 19, 2011 · 250,757 vehicles affected · HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY

Problem: Harley-davidson is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 touring, cvo touring and trike vehicles manufactured from june 6, 2008, through september 16, 2011. See the above list for the models included in the recall. The rear brake light switch may be exposed to excessive heat from the exhaust system.

Risk: The excessive heat may cause the switch to not activate the brake lamp or activate the brake lamp when no brake is applied and/or cause a brake fluid leak at the brake light switch, affecting rear brake performance. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Harley-davidson will notify owners, and dealers will a install a rear brake light switch kit, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during october 31, 2011. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

2012 Harley-Davidson Flhxse3 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes	2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 36,238 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhxse3 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes · at 36,238 miles · reported Dec 29, 2019

Received a notice from hd that I needed to have my ABS brakes bled and flushed. After doing so, my brakes are exhibiting the notice was meant to avoid. First the front brakes were hard and could not be applied almost causing an accident! Now they are slow to respond and will pull back to the bars if held. I have read that this is an ongoing problem with hd brakes. Brakes are supposed to fail safe not get us killed! Please have hd recall and repair our brakes!! I have an early 2012 and likely have 2011 components. Please help!

Service Brakes · at 23,000 miles · reported Aug 15, 2018

Three months ago I pulled out of my driveway and the rear brake peddle woiudl not depress or engage the rear brake. My cvo is a 2012 which means the it was made in 2011. Their is a recall for the ABS brake module failure on multiple models from 2007- 2011. It's not a fluid issue as I have had the fluid changed. I have 23,000 miles on the bike. The current for 2007-2011 is for the same problem. The recall need to be extended to cover the same failed parts. Harley will not own up to it so it is the responsibility of the NHTSA to call for the recall to encompass the same parts used in the recall…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhxse3 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhxse3: 11V-506 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhxse3?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (2 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 36,238 miles.

Are Harley-Davidson recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Harley-Davidson dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.