2023 Harley-Davidson Flhxse problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Electrical System (3) · Vehicle Speed Control (1) · Power Train (1)
Safety recalls (2)
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm) 2023-12-08 · campaign 23V836000 · 1,464 vehicles
Defect: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2023 FLHXSE (Street Glide CVO) motorcycles. The motorcycle may react unexpectedly and become difficult to control when traveling at certain high speeds, especially on rough roads or through wind gusts.
Risk: A motorcycle that is difficult to control can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the engine control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2024. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0185.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings 2023-10-04 · campaign 23V672000 · 4,014 vehicles
Defect: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2023 FLHXSE and FLTRXSE motorcycles. The rear brake line may not be secured properly, allowing it to chafe against the exhaust pipe, which can result in a brake fluid leak.
Risk: A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the rear brake line clamp, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0184.
Service bulletins (95)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Unknown Or Other 2026-09-17 · M1490 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service bulletin m1490 (v 26.9.4): digital technician ii - updates and release notes. purpose: revision. this bulletin informs dealers that harley-davidson has made a software update to digital technician ii (dt ii). digital technician ii (part number: hd-48650). new software update. note: the tech
Unknown Or Other 2026-08-13 · M1700 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service bulletin m1700 (rev b): ignition coil harness repair kit for center-cooled vehicles. purpose: revision b. purpose for service bulletin: note the repair in the bulletin does not qualify for emissions therefore ems claims will not be accepted. this bulletin informs dealers that there is an ig
Unknown Or Other 2026-08-04 · M1735 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service bulletin m1735: 2023 to 2026 center-cooled touring license plate light holder. purpose: initial release. this bulletin informs dealers that a running change has occurred that impacts the design and assembly of the touring license plate light cover. see figure 1.
Wheels 2026-07-25 · M1490 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service bulletin m1490 (v 26.8.3): digital technician ii - updates and release notes. purpose: revision. this bulletin informs dealers that harley-davidson has made a software update to digital technician ii (dt ii). digital technician ii (part number: hd-48650). version version 26.8.3, release dat
Unknown Or Other 2026-06-30 · M1700 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service bulletin m1700 (rev a): ignition coil harness repair kit for center-cooled vehicles. purpose: revision. purpose for service bulletin: this bulletin informs dealers that there is an ignition coil harness repair kit (part no. 69203885) available in the event that there is damage found to the w
Fuel/Propulsion System 2026-06-11 · M1490 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service bulletin m1490 (v 26.7.3): digital technician ii - updates and release notes. purpose: revision. this bulletin informs dealers that harley-davidson has made a software update to digital technician ii (dt ii). digital technician ii (part number: hd-48650). version 26.7.3. release date:• week
Showing the 6 most recent of 95 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-08-21 · Power Train“motorcycle goes into limp mode without notice losing power until speed drop to below 20 mph. it will limp along at 17 mph, but at highway speeds or busy roadway leads to dangerous situations. i had it to the dealer twice and they contacted harley and they know it is a safety hazard, but they claim not to have a solution. it has happened to me perso…”
2026-06-26 · Electrical System“riding the motorcycle in rush hour traffic, it completely lost all power in the fast lane. we had a semi right behind us that almost ran us over. we had to get to the side of the road with no power. we had it towed to the nearest harley davidson dealer. the drive belt chewed through the wiring harness with less than 150 miles on the motorcycle. …”
2025-05-12 · Vehicle Speed Control · 50 mi“the contact owns a 2023 harley-davidson flhxse motorcycle. the contact stated that while riding at various speeds, the motorcycle experienced unintended acceleration. during the failure, the check engine warning light was displayed along with a triangle flashing on and off. the cause of the failure was not yet determined. the manufacturer and local…”
2024-05-29 · Electrical System“bike is equipped with a sidestand position sensor that will shut engine down if sidestand is down and transmission is put in gear. fault in system somewhere because mine has left me stranded when sensor kills engine with sidestand up. with only 100 miles on it. four times. i live in the arizona desert and it is very dangerous to be stranded in 1…”
2024-02-18 · Electrical System“the information system and screen are going blank. this affects turn signals and most system checks, radio and other electronic systems. the simply quit working. the dealer confirmed the issue and informed me it is a software issue affecting all harley davidson motorcycles with the led screens. harley davidson is aware and of the issue but has…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.