2015 Harley-Davidson FLTRXS recalls and problems

The 2015 Harley-Davidson FLTRXS has 2 safety recalls and 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Harley-Davidson dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
7
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2015 Harley-Davidson FLTRXS vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2015 Harley-Davidson FLTRXS recalls

Recall 15V-427: Equipment

Reported Jul 6, 2015 · 185,272 vehicles affected · Harley-Davidson Motor Company

Problem: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Road King (FLHR), Street Glide (FLHX), Street Glide Special (FLHXS), Electra Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU), Ultra Limited (FLHTK), Police Road King (FLHP), Police Electra Glide (FLHTP), CVO Ultra Limited (FLHTKSE), 2014 CVO Road King (FLHRSE), and 2015 Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low (FLHTCUL), Ultra Limited Low (FLHTKL), Road Glide (FLTRX), Road Glide Special (FLTRXS), CVO Street Glide (FLHXSE), and CVO Road Glide Ultra (FLTRUSE) motorcycles. The affected motorcycles have saddlebag mounting receptacles that may not adequately secure the saddlebags to the motorcycle.

Risk: If a saddlebag is not adequately secured, it may separate from the motorcycle while riding, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected saddlebag mounting receptacles with updated receptacles, free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2015. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0166.

Recall 15V-216: Power Train

Reported Apr 13, 2015 · 106,966 vehicles affected · Harley-Davidson Motor Company

Problem: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) notified the agency on April 9, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Electra Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU), Electra Glide Ultra Classic - Twin Cooled (FLHTCU TC), Ultra Limited (FLHTK), Police Electra Glide (FLHTP), Street Glide (FLHX), Street Glide Special (FLHXS), CVO Street Glide (FLHXSE), 2015 Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low (FLHTCUL), Ultra Limited Low (FLHTKL), Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low - Twin Cooled (FLHTCUL TC), Road Glide Special (FLTRXS), Road Glide (FLTRX), and 2014 CVO Road King (FLHRSE) motorcycles. On July 31, 2015, Harley-Davidson expanded the recall to cover an additional 61,065 motorcycles. 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.

Risk: When the engine is running and the motorcycle is in gear, if the clutch cannot be fully disengaged, the motorcycle may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will flush the clutch system and rebuild the clutch master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began April 23, 2015. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0165.

2015 Harley-Davidson FLTRXS problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System4
Vehicle Speed Control3
Engine1
Wheels1
Unknown or Other1
Power Train1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 13,500 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 2015 Harley-Davidson FLTRXS complaints

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

Electrical System · reported Aug 22, 2023
After getting caught in rain the all gauges,(speedo/tach, fuel, voltage), stop functioning. Have seen this happen to multiple Harley Davidson Road Glides.
Vehicle Speed Control · reported Jul 17, 2021
After getting caught in the rain the left switch assembly goes out affecting the cruse control and the clutch switch the cruse can come and go also the vehicle can be started in gear and lunge forward
Electrical System · at 16,000 miles · reported Jan 8, 2019
The contact owns a 2015 harley-davidson fltrxs. While driving any speed, the electrical gauges failed to function. The failure occurred for over two years. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The motorcycle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 16,000. Consumer stated close call accident due to lack of turn indicators signal still working) no other guages worked.
Electrical System · at 10,000 miles · reported Oct 11, 2018
The vehicle was stationary when I experienced complete 100% gauge failure; speedometer, tachometer, gas gauge, cruise control, turn signals,
Electrical System · at 21,000 miles · reported Jul 4, 2017
After sitting stationary in rain over night, no gages were working (Speedometer, cruise control, dimmer switch, tachometer, fuel gage, nor amp meter). Diagnosed as speedometer shorted out. When speedometer replaced, all other gages ware operational.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Harley-Davidson FLTRXS have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2015 Harley-Davidson FLTRXS: 15V-427 (equipment), 15V-216 (power train). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2015 Harley-Davidson FLTRXS?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (4 reports), followed by vehicle speed control (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 13,500 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.