1999 Harley-Davidson Flht
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 1999 Harley-Davidson Flht. Newest first.
Vehicle description: motorcycles. the engine cam bolt can lose its clamp load and/or break.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Owner complaints
8 complaints1 involved a crash1 injuries
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Latest complaints
- Suspension › Front › Springs › Coil springs
Rapid deterioration of front fork springs creating a front end wobble that renders the motorcycle virtually impossible to control. motorcycle was a hazard and was taken to harley-davidson dealership for repair. dealership could not identify cause of wobble. neck bearings replaced at a cost of $400. fork springs replaced. old parts are available. *jb
- Equipment › Electrical
There was a malfunctioning bank angle sensor . Instead of shutting off engine when a 55 degree angle was reached, engine was shut off at a very slight angle. Almost impossible to make turns without engine cutting off. Dealer cannot remedy. *ak *jb
- Unknown or other
Towing package box which was installed on the motorcyle with a bracket sheared off, and the box flew off while driving. This could have caused a crash. manufacturer IS redesigning the towing package, and the package IS not available at this time. common problem. please provide further information.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Consumer contacted dealer in reference to recall0101/angle sensor. dealer contacted, problem was taken care of. *ak *ML
- Steering
Was in the process of passing a slower vehicle on hwy.89 east of flagstaff, az as I was passing the vehicle the bike went in to a violent power wobble. The resulting crash required medivac helicopter, 12 days in the hospital and several other surgeries since. *Ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Motorcycle will sputter / cut completely off. Dealer says it IS the crank case. *ak *yc
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
I have heard the rear camshaft on the twin cam engine IS weak. and that too much power will cause it to break,causing the engine to stop running. Possibly placuing the operator in a traffic safety situation. upon contacting, I was told this was a problem, but they were not going to recall it. I…
I have heard the rear camshaft on the twin cam engine IS weak. and that too much power will cause it to break,causing the engine to stop running. Possibly placuing the operator in a traffic safety situation. upon contacting, I was told this was a problem, but they were not going to recall it. I also noticed for the year 2000 models they have changed the cams and they are now splnined. I feel this IS a safety concern for motorcyclist and should be addressed before some one IS injured. *Ak
- Suspension › Front
While riding motorcycle at 65mph front end started to shake very badly, causing the rider to lose control. Dealer has been contacted. *ak
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