2016 Harley-Davidson FLRT: complaints, problems and recalls
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
6 owner complaints analyzed
0 distinct recall campaigns
2,900 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2016 model year. Data snapshot: . 3 complaints include usable failure mileage.
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Most common problems
Unknown Or Other is the most frequently named component, appearing in 3 of 6 complaints (50.0%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 3 | 50.0% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Structure:Body | 1 |
Unknown Or Other: 3; Service Brakes: 2; Electrical System: 1; Engine: 1; Power Train: 1; Service Brakes, Hydraulic: 1; Structure:Body: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 3 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 0 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 3; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (3). 3 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 2 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 |
2017: 2; 2019: 1; 2021: 1; 2022: 1; 2024: 1
Pattern summary
Unknown Or Other leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 3 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Examples from the source records
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11002695 · 2017-07-02 (July 2, 2017)
I DON'T REALLY KNOW WHAT HAPPENED WHY IT DIDN'T STOP OR HOW I SPENT 25 DAYS IN ICU BUT THE MORE I READ BOUT THE RECALLS FOR CLUTCH AND BRAKES FAILING ON OTHER MODELS IT WOULD EXPLAIN WHAT HAPPENED AND WHY IT WOULDN'T STOP AND I WRACKED
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11002695 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11004761 · 2017-07-12 (July 12, 2017)
WHEN YOU RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE THE EXHAUST SYSTEM GETS SO HOT THAT IT BURNS YOUR CALF. I RECEIVED FIRST AND SECOND DEGREE BURNS ON THEM WITH JEANS AND BOOTS ON. WENT TO ER FOR THE BURNS
Owner-reported narrative. 150 miles reported. Look up ODI 11004761 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11195426 · 2019-04-10 (April 10, 2019)
BRAKE REAR BRAKE FAILED , NO FLUID LEAK AROUND BIKE , AND FLUID RESOVOIR WAS STILL FULL
Owner-reported narrative. 2,900 miles reported. Look up ODI 11195426 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11433869 · 2021-09-21 (September 21, 2021)
Harley Freewheeler Hydraulic Clutch keeps failing on me and when that happens it won't drive. I don't understand why a lot of Harleys had a recall for this problem but my 2016 does not even though it the same problem as the recall bikes. I keep calling harley headquarters about this but they are very rude. It not fair that I have to pay to get this fix while the other Bikers get it for free because of the recall. My bike should be part of the recall because I am have a lot of problems with this situation. Harley refuses to help me . Because of…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11433869 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11475255 · 2022-07-22 (July 22, 2022)
The contact owns a 2016 Harley-Davidson FLRT Freewheeler. The contact stated that while riding 60 MPH, the front wheel had seized with smoke coming from the front tire after the handlebar brake was released. The motorcycle was taken to the dealer on two separate occasions where the calipers, rotors, and brake pads were replaced twice; however, the failure recurred. The motorcycle was then taken to Seacoast Harley-Davidson (17 Lafayette Rd, North Hampton, NH 03862) where the dealer replaced the rotors, brake pads, and front and rear master cylin…
Owner-reported narrative. 5,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11475255 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11632306 · 2024-12-24 (December 24, 2024)
Reverse starter keep going out Had replace two time in one year
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11632306 at NHTSA ↗
Recall history
0 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
No recall campaigns are recorded in this snapshot.