NHTSA vehicle safety data
2019 Harley-Davidson Flhcs
The 2019 Harley-Davidson Flhcs has 2 NHTSA recalls and 5 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2019 Harley-Davidson Flhcs. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
NHTSA #25V375000Reported June 6, 2025 · Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Defect description
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Softail motorcycles. The mounting tab on the rear shock pre-load adjuster may break, allowing the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.
Safety consequence
A sudden loss of tire pressure increases the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer remedy
Dealers will install a new bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 16, 2025. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0188. Some of the vehicles included in this recall were previously repaired under recall 23V591, and will need to have the new remedy completed.
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
NHTSA #23V591000Reported August 22, 2023 · Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Defect description
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2018-2019 FLDE, 2018-2021 FLHC, 2018-2023 FLHCS, 2018 and 2023 FLHCS ANV, 2020-2023 FXLRS, 2022-2023 FXLRST, and 2022 FXRST Softail motorcycles. A fastener securing the rear shock absorber may break and allow the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.
Safety consequence
A loss of tire pressure can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the shock absorber fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0181.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.