NHTSA Safety Recalls
2018 Harley-Davidson Flde Recalls
The 2018 Harley-Davidson Flde has 2 NHTSA safety recalls on file. Recall repairs are always free, whatever the motorcycle's age or mileage.
A recall covers a range of VINs, not every Harley-Davidson Flde built. Check your own 17-character VIN before assuming yours is affected.
- Recalls
- 2
- Owner complaints
- 5
- Crashes reported
- 0
- NHTSA crash test
- Not rated
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filed with NHTSA
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2 recalls on the 2018 Harley-Davidson Flde
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
NHTSA 23V591000- The defect
- 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.
- The risk
- A loss of tire pressure can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- 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.
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
NHTSA 25V375000- The defect
- 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.
- The risk
- A sudden loss of tire pressure increases the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- 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.
Reported June 6, 2025 by Harley-Davidson Motor Company
What owners report about the 2018 Harley-Davidson Flde
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2018 Harley-Davidson Flde with NHTSA.
Most complained about
- Service Brakes2
- Power Train2
- Suspension1
- Unknown Or Other1
- Exterior Lighting1
Complaints are owner reports, not verified defects, and a popular model collects more of them than a rare one. They show what to ask about, not what is certain to fail.
Checking your own motorcycle
A recall applies to a range of VINs, not to every 2018 Harley-Davidson Flde built. To confirm whether yours is affected, find the 17-character VIN, stamped on the steering head, just behind the headlight, and on the frame label, and enter it in NHTSA's official lookup.
Repairs for safety recalls are free and never expire. A dealer cannot charge you, and cannot refuse on the grounds that the motorcycle is old or out of warranty. If one does, call the NHTSA hotline on 1-888-327-4236.