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Harley-Davidson FLHTPI recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns and 9 owner complaints for the Harley-Davidson FLHTPI, covering model years 1997 to 2007. The 1999 model year drew the most complaints (3), and Service Brakes, Hydraulic is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 8 recall campaigns on file
  • 9 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 11 model years with data (1997–2007)
  • most complaints: 1999 (3 for that model year)
  • top component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic (3 complaints)
  • latest recall 08V090000 (reported Feb 27, 2008)
  • 0 complaints reporting a crash (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a fire (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting an injury (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

Harley-Davidson FLHTPI complaints by model year

5 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 1999 model year has the most complaints: 3 of 9, or 33.3%. Next come 2004 (2) and 2006 (2). The fewest are for 2005, with 1 complaint.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Harley-Davidson FLHTPI owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 1999–2006Column chart of 9 complaints across 8 model years. The highest is 1999 with 3. The full figures are in the table below the chart.1999: 3 complaints319992000: 0 complaints20002001: 1 complaint120012002: 0 complaints20022003: 0 complaints20032004: 2 complaints220042005: 1 complaint120052006: 2 complaints22006
Harley-Davidson FLHTPI complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Harley-Davidson FLHTPI complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
199930000
200110000
200420000
200510000
200620000
All model years90000

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Harley-Davidson FLHTPI components

top 7 · NHTSA categories

Service Brakes, Hydraulic is the component named most often, in 3 complaints (33.3% of all 9), followed by Engine and Engine Cooling (1) and Equipment (1).

Components named most often in Harley-Davidson FLHTPI complaints (top 7)
Components named most often in Harley-Davidson FLHTPI complaints (top 7)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic333.3%
Engine and Engine Cooling111.1%
Equipment111.1%
Power Train111.1%
Service Brakes111.1%
Suspension111.1%
Wheels111.1%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Harley-Davidson FLHTPI recalls

8 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name FLHTPI, newest first. The 8 campaigns cover model years 1997 to 2007. The 2005 model year appears in the most campaigns (3).

  • 8 recall campaigns
Harley-Davidson FLHTPI recall campaigns covering each model year
DecadeYears ending in 0Years ending in 1Years ending in 2Years ending in 3Years ending in 4Years ending in 5Years ending in 6Years ending in 7Years ending in 8Years ending in 9
1997: 1 campaign1998: 1 campaign1999: 2 campaigns
2000: 1 campaign2001: 2 campaigns2002: 2 campaigns2003: 2 campaigns2004: no campaigns2005: 3 campaigns2006: 1 campaign2007: 1 campaign
Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 08V090000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

    Model years 2005–2007

    Harley-Davidson is recalling 5,947 MY 2005-2007 FLHP, flhpi, FLHTP, flhtpi, flhpe and flhpei police and escort motorcycles equipped with anti-lock brake systems (ABS). Inconsistencies in the routing of the brake lines can cause abrasion of the brake lines and hoses. In some cases, this condition has caused brake fluid leaks.

    Consequence:
    Loss of brake fluid could lead to loss of brake function, which could lead to a crash resulting in injury or death.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect and replace the brake lines, if necessary. Brake line retention and clutch cable positioning devices will also be installed to prevent future abrasion to the brake lines. The recall began on February 29, 2008. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson at 1-414-342-4680.

    Filed by Harley-Davidson Motor Company

  2. NHTSA campaign 05V293000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

    Model year 2005

    On certain police and escort motorcycles, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) lines may have been reversed during installation procedures.

    Consequence:
    This could cause the front brake to lock up if an ABS event is triggered, which could result in a crash,
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect and re-route the ABS brake lines free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2005. Owners may contact Harley Davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

    Filed by Harley-Davidson Motor Company

  3. NHTSA campaign 04V573000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › ABS Warning Light

    Model year 2005

    Certain police motorcycles were built with a defective wiring harness. The antilock brake system (ABS ) is wired through the same fuse circuit as the ABS malfunction warning light.

    Consequence:
    The operator of the motorcycle would lose power to the ABS warning light at the same time he loses power to the ABS brake system if this particular fuse would blow. The warning light would not illuminate due to the loss of electrical power to the motorcycle and the operator might not be aware that the ABS brakes were not functional. The gauges are also wired through this fuse circuit and, should this fuse flow, would also cease to function.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the wiring harness. The recall began December 27, 2004. Owners should contact Harley-Davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

    Filed by Harley-Davidson Motor Company

  4. NHTSA campaign 04V218000

    Reported

    Exterior Lighting › Tail Lights

    Model year 2003

    On certain dyna, XL, and touring motorcycles, the tail light bulb can fall out of the socket.

    Consequence:
    The tail light and the brake light become inoperative, which could lead to a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the bulbs. Owner notification began on June 3, 2004. Owners should contact Harley-Davidson at 1-414-342-4680.

    Filed by Harley-Davidson Motor Company

  5. NHTSA campaign 04V134000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses and Circuit Breakers

    Model years 1999–2003

    On certain touring and police model motorcycles, the 40 amp main circuit breaker can "open" for reasons other than which it was designed, causing an unexpected interruption of all electrical power to the motorcycle.

    Consequence:
    This condition could cause the motorcycle to stall, which could result in a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the circuit breaker. Owner notification began April 23, 2004. Owners should contact Harley-Davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

    Filed by Harley-Davidson Motor Company

  6. NHTSA campaign 02V002000

    Reported

    Exterior Lighting

    Model years 2001–2002

    On certain motorcycles, the clips that retain the wiring for the front fender tip light can become detached from the fender, causing the wires to fray and short.

    Consequence:
    This could cause the lighting system fuse to blow, leaving the vehicle without an operational front fender tip light, headlight, taillight, running lights, and passing lamps (if equipped).
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the fender tip light wiring harness retention clips, and inspect and replace, if necessary, any damaged wiring harnesses. Owner notification began January 9, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Harley-Davidson at 1-414-342-4680.

    Filed by Harley-Davidson Motor Company

  7. NHTSA campaign 99V003000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline

    Model year 1999

    Vehicle description: motorcycles. The engine cam bolt can lose its clamp load and/or break.

    Consequence:
    This condition can cause the engine to quit running with or without prior warning. In some instances, the engine could run erratically before quitting.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the engine cam bolts and washers.

    Filed by Harley-Davidson Motor Company

  8. NHTSA campaign 98V158000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Ignition › Switch

    Model years 1997–1998

    Vehicle description: FL touring motorcycles. A loss of electrical power through the ignition switch can occur due to excessive current and other factors.

    Consequence:
    This condition can cause the engine to fail to start, operate erratically, or stall.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the ignition switch/circuit breaker and install a relay kit.

    Filed by Harley-Davidson Motor Company

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Harley-Davidson FLHTPI questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson FLHTPI have?

NHTSA lists 8 vehicle recall campaigns for the Harley-Davidson FLHTPI, covering model years 1997 to 2007. The most recent, 08V090000, was reported on February 27, 2008 and is filed under “Service brakes, hydraulic”. The 2005 model year is covered by the most campaigns (3).

Which Harley-Davidson FLHTPI model year has the most complaints?

The 1999 model year, with 3 of the 9 complaints in NHTSA’s file (33.3%). The next are 2004 (2) and 2006 (2). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Harley-Davidson FLHTPI complaint?

Service Brakes, Hydraulic is the component named most often: 3 complaints, or 33.3% of all 9. Engine and Engine Cooling (1) and Equipment (1) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Harley-Davidson FLHTPI?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Harley-Davidson dealer.

How many Harley-Davidson FLHTPI complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 9 complaints, 0 report a crash, 0 a fire, 0 at least one injury and 0 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

Other Harley-Davidson models

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.