2015 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTKL
2 recalls, 6 complaints - 47 TSBs
15V427000 Jul 6, 2015
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
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 (FLHTKS... Read more
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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 ... Read more
15V216000 Apr 13, 2015
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
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 (F... Read more
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
Complaint Statistics
6 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dec 18, 2017
Incident date: Dec 18, 2017
HEADLIGHT FOGS UP WHILE IN OPERATION CAUSING LIMITED LIGHTING. I WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THAT THIS WAS AN ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUE AND NOT A SAFETY ISSUE. THE MOTORCYCLE IS STILL UNDER FULL MANUFACTURER WARRANTY. I WAS TOLD BY THE DEALERSHIP THAT BECAUSE IT IS AN ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUE AND NOT A SAFETY ISSUE... Read more
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Jul 14, 2016
Incident date: Jun 15, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTKL. WHILE DRIVING, THE STEERING WOBBLED WITHOUT WARNING. AFTER STOPPING THE VEHICLE, THE HANDLE BARS SUDDENLY FELL OUT OF POSITION AND FRACTURED THE DASHBOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO INDICATED THAT THE HANDLE BARS LOOSENED AND NEEDED T... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 12, 2016
Incident date: Apr 10, 2016
ON A FEW OCCASIONS MY ENGINE KILL SWITCH HAS BEEN INADVERTENTLY ENGAGED WHILE RIDING. THE FIRST OCCASION I WAS TRAVELING ON THE INTERSTATE IN THE LEFT LANE APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH WHEN I WENT TO PRESS THE PUSH TO TALK BUTTON FOR THE CB (WHICH IS ON THE THROTTLE (RIGHT) SIDE OF THE HANDLEBARS) AND IN ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 12, 2016
Incident date: Apr 10, 2016
ON A FEW OCCASIONS MY ENGINE KILL SWITCH HAS BEEN INADVERTENTLY ENGAGED WHILE RIDING. THE FIRST OCCASION I WAS TRAVELING ON THE INTERSTATE IN THE LEFT LANE APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH WHEN I WENT TO PRESS THE PUSH TO TALK BUTTON FOR THE CB (WHICH IS ON THE THROTTLE (RIGHT) SIDE OF THE HANDLEBARS) AND IN ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 21, 2016
Incident date: Jan 5, 2015
ON 01/05/2016, I TOOK DELIVERY OF A BRAND NEW 2015 HARLEY DAVIDSON ULTRA LIMITED LOW MOTORCYCLE. WHEN I REGISTERED THE BIKE WITH HARLEY DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY, I DISCOVERED THERE WERE (2) RECALLS, ONE OPEN AND ONE CLOSED. THE OPEN RECALL IS NTHSA RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V-216 WHICH DEALS WITH THE ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Sep 4, 2015
Incident date: Aug 31, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HARLEY-DAVIDSON EG ULTRA LIMITED LOW (NA) MOTORCYCLE. WHEN THE CLUTCH WAS FULLY ENGAGED, THE MOTORCYCLE STARTED TO MOVE FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V216000 (POWER TRAIN). THE MOTORCYCLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE M... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2015 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTKL
47 manufacturer communications from 23 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 6 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 6 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 4 |
| 180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 3 |
| 010000 STEERING | 3 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 3 |
| 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | 2 |
M1612
Apr 4, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SERVICE BULLETIN M1612 (REV A): MILWAUKEE-EIGHT AND TWIN CAM TRANSMISSION GEAR PACKS. Purpose: Revision. Update: Notes for Table 3 and 4. * Updated: Part Numbers. This bulletin informs dealers that all: Twin Cam gear packs on CVO, Dyna, Po
M1612
Apr 4, 2024
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
SERVICE BULLETIN M1612 (REV A): MILWAUKEE-EIGHT AND TWIN CAM TRANSMISSION GEAR PACKS. Purpose: Revision. Update: Notes for Table 3 and 4. * Updated: Part Numbers. This bulletin informs dealers that all: Twin Cam gear packs on CVO, Dyna, Po
M1612
Apr 4, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
SERVICE BULLETIN M1612 (REV A): MILWAUKEE-EIGHT AND TWIN CAM TRANSMISSION GEAR PACKS. Purpose: Revision. Update: Notes for Table 3 and 4. * Updated: Part Numbers. This bulletin informs dealers that all: Twin Cam gear packs on CVO, Dyna, Po
M1612
Apr 4, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
SERVICE BULLETIN M1612 (REV A): MILWAUKEE-EIGHT AND TWIN CAM TRANSMISSION GEAR PACKS. Purpose: Revision. Update: Notes for Table 3 and 4. * Updated: Part Numbers. This bulletin informs dealers that all: Twin Cam gear packs on CVO, Dyna, Po
PAB1146
Dec 21, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
GENUINE MOTOR PARTS AND MOTOR ACCESSORIES BULLETIN PAB1146: 68193-95 BULB WEDGE, FENDER TIP LAMP. Purpose: To inform dealers of an issue with the bulb wire terminals not being to specification. The light bulbs were used in numerous front an
M1612
Dec 4, 2023
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
SERVICE BULLETIN M1612: MILWAUKEE-EIGHT AND TWIN CAM TRANSMISSION GEAR PACKS. Purpose: This bulletin informs dealers that all: a?? Twin Cam gear packs on CVO, Dyna, Police, Softail, Touring & Trike models and a?? Milwaukee-Eight gear packs
M1612
Dec 4, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
SERVICE BULLETIN M1612: MILWAUKEE-EIGHT AND TWIN CAM TRANSMISSION GEAR PACKS. Purpose: This bulletin informs dealers that all: a?? Twin Cam gear packs on CVO, Dyna, Police, Softail, Touring & Trike models and a?? Milwaukee-Eight gear packs
M1612
Dec 4, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SERVICE BULLETIN M1612: MILWAUKEE-EIGHT AND TWIN CAM TRANSMISSION GEAR PACKS. Purpose: This bulletin informs dealers that all: ??A?A? Twin Cam gear packs on CVO, Dyna, Police, Softail, Touring & Trike models and ??A?A? Milwaukee-Eight gear
M1612
Dec 4, 2023
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
SERVICE BULLETIN M1612: MILWAUKEE-EIGHT AND TWIN CAM TRANSMISSION GEAR PACKS. Purpose: This bulletin informs dealers that all: ??A?A? Twin Cam gear packs on CVO, Dyna, Police, Softail, Touring & Trike models and ??A?A? Milwaukee-Eight gear
M1612
Dec 4, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
SERVICE BULLETIN M1612: MILWAUKEE-EIGHT AND TWIN CAM TRANSMISSION GEAR PACKS. Purpose: This bulletin informs dealers that all: ??A?A? Twin Cam gear packs on CVO, Dyna, Police, Softail, Touring & Trike models and ??A?A? Milwaukee-Eight gear
TA0016
Sep 23, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
TECHNICAL TIP BULLETIN TA0016: 2014 and Later Touring Steering Head Bearing Adjustment. PURPOSE: REVISION. Updated: 2014-2019 to 2014 and later Touring vehicles, and VEHICLES AFFECTED. Harley-Davidson motorcycles are designed, manufactured
TA0016
Sep 23, 2022
010000 STEERING
TECHNICAL TIP BULLETIN TA0016: 2014 and Later Touring Steering Head Bearing Adjustment. PURPOSE: REVISION. Updated: 2014-2019 to 2014 and later Touring vehicles, and VEHICLES AFFECTED. Harley-Davidson motorcycles are designed, manufactured
M1464
Jul 7, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE BULLETIN M1464: BOOM! AUDIO - GENERAL INFORMATION AND SOFTWARE UPDATE 1.22.X. PURPOSE: Revision. This bulletin helps the dealer locate needed information to update and service Boom! Box Audio Infotainment systems. It also lists soft
M1464
Jul 7, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE BULLETIN M1464: BOOM! AUDIO - GENERAL INFORMATION AND SOFTWARE UPDATE 1.22.X. PURPOSE: Revision. This bulletin helps the dealer locate needed information to update and service Boom! Box Audio Infotainment systems. It also lists soft
TT413
Jun 9, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL TIP BULLETIN TT413: 2009 - 2020 TOURING REAR FORK RUSTY WATER LEAKAGE. PURPOSE: Revision. Some 2009 - 2020 Touring, Touring CVO, Touring Police models exhibit drainage of rusty water from the rear fork (where the debris deflector
TT413
Jun 9, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
TECHNICAL TIP BULLETIN TT413: 2009 - 2020 TOURING REAR FORK RUSTY WATER LEAKAGE. PURPOSE: Revision. Some 2009 - 2020 Touring, Touring CVO, Touring Police models exhibit drainage of rusty water from the rear fork (where the debris deflector
PAB1097
May 15, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
GENUINE MOTOR PARTS AND MOTOR ACCESSORIES BULLETIN PAB1097 INTERNATIONAL FITMENT: THE BOOM! BOX GTS SOFTWARE UPDATE. PURPOSE: To notify International dealers that International GTS radios are now available to be ordered and installed in 201
PAB1097
May 15, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
GENUINE MOTOR PARTS AND MOTOR ACCESSORIES BULLETIN PAB1097 INTERNATIONAL FITMENT: THE BOOM! BOX GTS SOFTWARE UPDATE. PURPOSE: To notify International dealers that International GTS radios are now available to be ordered and installed in 201
PAB1091
Jan 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
GENUINE MOTOR PARTS AND MOTOR ACCESSORIES BULLETIN PAB1091: 2014-LATER - BOOM! BOX GTS - FITMENT UPDATE. PURPOSE: Revision. To inform dealers of the upcoming software change expanding the Boom!a?? Box GTS radio fitment from 2019-later To
PAB1091
Jan 22, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
GENUINE MOTOR PARTS AND MOTOR ACCESSORIES BULLETIN PAB1091: 2014-LATER - BOOM! BOX GTS - FITMENT UPDATE. PURPOSE: Revision. To inform dealers of the upcoming software change expanding the Boom!a?? Box GTS radio fitment from 2019-later To
M1476
May 15, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
SERVICE BULLETIN M1476: 2014 - 2016 TWIN-COOLED COOLANT PUMP REPLACEMENT. Revision: Added Dealer inventory instructions. Purpose for Service Bulletin: To inform dealers of a new coolant pump replacement kit for 2014 - 2016 Twin Cooled vehi
1HDS2L3U02
Jan 22, 2019
010000 STEERING
TECH ARTICLE TA0016: 2014 and Later Touring Steering Head Bearing Adjustment. Purpose: During recent dealer visits to observe steering head bearing adjustment process, Harley-Davidson staff observed that some dealers are not correctly foll
1HDS2L3U02
Jan 22, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
TECH ARTICLE TA0016: 2014 and Later Touring Steering Head Bearing Adjustment. Purpose: During recent dealer visits to observe steering head bearing adjustment process, Harley-Davidson staff observed that some dealers are not correctly foll
1HDM5V2A05
Apr 27, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
TECH ARTICLE TA0023: TA0023: Crankshaft Rod Bearing. Purpose: Technicians have been falsely identifying connecting rod bearings as failed due to a perception of resistance as the rods are rotated. The clearance of the Twin Cam and Milwaukee
1HDB6S5W11
Oct 17, 2017
010000 STEERING
TECH ARTICLE TTA0016: 2014 and Later Touring Steering Head Bearing Adjustment. Revised. Issue: Steering head bearings on 2014 and later Touring, CVO Touring and Police Touring motorcycles which may not have been adjusted correctly using the
1HDS3A5B11
Oct 6, 2017
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TECH TIP CRUISE CONTROL AND PTT BUTTON CONFIGURATION USING DIGITAL TECHNICIAN II. Issue: Some CB (Citizens band) radio equipped Touring model customers have expressed concern about manipulating the PTT (Push to talk) button on the right han
1HDS3A5B11
Oct 6, 2017
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
TECH TIP CRUISE CONTROL AND PTT BUTTON CONFIGURATION USING DIGITAL TECHNICIAN II. Issue: Some CB (Citizens band) radio equipped Touring model customers have expressed concern about manipulating the PTT (Push to talk) button on the right han
1HDV7W6E11
Sep 27, 2017
100000 POWER TRAIN
TECH ARTICLE TA0022: Transmission to Primary Oil Transfer. During service intervals, customers or dealers may find oil level in the primary above the clutch cover opening. This also is accompanied by low transmission oil level. 2014 - 201
1HDG3S9W10
Sep 18, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SERVICE BULLETIN M1442: BOOM! BOX INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM GENERAL INFORMATION AND SOFTWARE RELEASE 1.21.X DESCRIPTION. This bulletin helps the dealer locate needed information to update and service Boom! Box Audio Infotainment systems. It also
1HDG3S9W10
Sep 18, 2017
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
SERVICE BULLETIN M1442: BOOM! BOX INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM GENERAL INFORMATION AND SOFTWARE RELEASE 1.21.X DESCRIPTION. This bulletin helps the dealer locate needed information to update and service Boom! Box Audio Infotainment systems. It also
1HD-K8Y7Z-09
Aug 29, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SERVICE BULLETIN M1446: BIG TWIN LONG BLOCK REPLACEMENT ENGINE, REVISION. Purpose is updated dealer action for Twin Cam engines for warranty or as replacement engines. Starting on June 1, 2017 HDMC (Harley-Davidson Motor Company) is no lon
1HD-R7V8M-09
Jul 31, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PARTS & ACCESSORIES BULLETIN PAB1067: SCREAMIN? EAGLE SMART TUNE PRO RELEASED FOR SHIPMENT. Purpose is to notify dealers that the Smart Tune PRO ? Automatic Tuning Module is 50-state U.S. EPA approved and released for shipment.
1HD-F6Q5V-04
Mar 31, 2017
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Technical Article TA0016: MY14-17 Touring and CVO Touring Vehicles with fork mounted fairings; Steering head bearings on 2014 and later Touring and CVO Touring motorcycles which may not have been adjusted correctly using the service manual
1HD-F6Q5V-04
Mar 31, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Article TA0016: MY14-17 Touring and CVO Touring Vehicles with fork mounted fairings; Steering head bearings on 2014 and later Touring and CVO Touring motorcycles which may not have been adjusted correctly using the service manual
1HD-F6Q5V-04
Mar 31, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical Article TA0016: MY14-17 Touring and CVO Touring Vehicles with fork mounted fairings; Steering head bearings on 2014 and later Touring and CVO Touring motorcycles which may not have been adjusted correctly using the service manual
1HD-U8G5Q-04
Mar 1, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Service Bulletin M-1408F: 2014-2015 TOURING SADDLEBAG MOUNT - SAFETY RECALL 0166, Reason for Revision Kit 91500084 that do not meet the inspection criteria described under "Required Dealer Action" no longer need to be returned. Kit 91500084
1HD-U8G5Q-04
Mar 1, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Bulletin M-1408F: 2014-2015 TOURING SADDLEBAG MOUNT - SAFETY RECALL 0166, Reason for Revision Kit 91500084 that do not meet the inspection criteria described under "Required Dealer Action" no longer need to be returned. Kit 91500084
1HD-Y6J2F-02
Feb 1, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TECH ARTICLES: INSTALLATION OF BOOM! INFOTAINMENT SOFTWARE RELEASE 1.20.2 MAY CAUSE THE INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM TO FREEZE AND BECOME NON-RESPONSIVE TO INPUTS FROM THE HAND CONTROLS, SOFT KEYS, OR TOUCH SCREEN. AN IGNITION CYCLE OFF-ON MAY GET T
1HD-Q4H7G-02
Jan 16, 2017
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Service Bulletin M1430B: BOOM! BOX INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM GENERAL INFORMATION AND SOFTWARE RELEASE 1.20.X DESCRIPTION informs the dealer network that Boom! software version 1.20.3 released December 19, 2016 and is now available to download. Th
1HD-Q4H7G-02
Jan 16, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Service Bulletin M1430B: BOOM! BOX INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM GENERAL INFORMATION AND SOFTWARE RELEASE 1.20.X DESCRIPTION informs the dealer network that Boom! software version 1.20.3 released December 19, 2016 and is now available to download. Th
1HD-K5W9P-01
Dec 19, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
THIS BULLETIN HELPS THE DEALER LOCATE NEEDED INFORMATION TO UPDATE AND SERVICE BOOM! BOX AUDIO INFOTAINMENT SYSTEMS. IT ALSO LISTS SOFTWARE REVISIONS AND THE FIXES ADDRESSED IN EACH REVISION.
1HD-K5W9P-01
Dec 19, 2016
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
THIS BULLETIN HELPS THE DEALER LOCATE NEEDED INFORMATION TO UPDATE AND SERVICE BOOM! BOX AUDIO INFOTAINMENT SYSTEMS. IT ALSO LISTS SOFTWARE REVISIONS AND THE FIXES ADDRESSED IN EACH REVISION.
TA0006
Jan 27, 2016
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Harley-Davidson is aware of conditions that may result in a streaking appearance or film residue on the inside of some instrument gauges including speedometer and tachometers. This may occur after exposure of the vehicle to humid condition
TA0006
Jan 27, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Harley-Davidson is aware of conditions that may result in a streaking appearance or film residue on the inside of some instrument gauges including speedometer and tachometers. This may occur after exposure of the vehicle to humid condition
TA0006
Jan 27, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Harley-Davidson is aware of conditions that may result in a streaking appearance or film residue on the inside of some instrument gauges including speedometer and tachometers. This may occur after exposure of the vehicle to humid condition
M1409A
Dec 1, 2015
021230 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
This bulletin is to inform dealers of the steps to perform after performing the Touring and Trike Rear Shock absorber callback return. The shipping plug must be transferred from the new shock to the return shock. When oil is allowed to l
M1409A
Dec 1, 2015
020000 SUSPENSION
This bulletin is to inform dealers of the steps to perform after performing the Touring and Trike Rear Shock absorber callback return. The shipping plug must be transferred from the new shock to the return shock. When oil is allowed to l
HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTKL - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTKL across all model years (2015, 2019).
8
Total Recalls
11
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths