NHTSA vehicle safety data
2022 Harley-Davidson Fxrst Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2022 Harley-Davidson Fxrst has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2022 Harley-Davidson Fxrst. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
NHTSA #25V375000Reported June 6, 2025 · Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Potentially affected: 82,117 vehicles
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.
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.
SERVICE BRAKES
NHTSA #24V753000Reported October 9, 2024 · Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Potentially affected: 15,778 vehicles
Defect description
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2022 FXRST and 2022-2024 FXLRST motorcycles. The front brake lines may contact the fuel tank and become damaged, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak and a loss of front brake function.
Safety consequence
A loss of front brake function can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect the brake lines and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson Customer Service at (414) 343-4056. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0187.
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 nhtsa.gov.
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
NHTSA #23V591000Reported August 22, 2023 · Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Potentially affected: 65,224 vehicles
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.
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.
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