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2014 Harley-Davidson Fxdl problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 6 complaints on file for the 2014 Harley-Davidson Fxdl — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

6

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2014 compare to other Fxdl years?

Fxdl NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted10 complaints1999: 4 complaints2000: 6 complaints2001: 4 complaints2003: 10 complaints2004: 1 complaints2006: 0 complaints2007: 3 complaints2008: 7 complaints2009: 5 complaints2014: 6 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 1 complaints
Fxdl NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2014 Harley-Davidson Fxdl problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System233%
Engine117%
Lighting117%
Steering117%
Suspension117%

Does the 2014 Harley-Davidson Fxdl have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

16V283000Electrical SystemMay 10, 2016 · 8,060 units

Defect

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain model year 2014.5-2016 Dyna Low Rider motorcycles (FXDL 103) manufactured January 6, 2014 to April 7, 2016. In the affected motorcycles, engine vibrations may damage the ignition switch internally and, as a result, the engine may shut off while riding.

Consequence

If the engine shuts off, the motorcycle would stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will install an improved ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on June 3, 2016. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0168.

14V413000Electrical SystemJuly 8, 2014 · 3,361 units

Defect

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain model year 2014.5 FXDL Dyna Low Rider motorcycles manufactured January 6, 2014, through June 19, 2014. In the affected motorcycles, certain optional performance electronic control module calibrations may allow higher engine rpms that could result in engine vibrations that cause the ignition switch to move from the "IGN" (ignition on) to "ACC" (accessory only) position, which will shut the engine off.

Consequence

If the vibration causes the ignition switch to move to the accessory only position, the motorcycle would stall while riding, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine mount bracket assembly and ignition switch knob, free of charge. The recall began on July 29, 2014. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V283000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · June 3, 2016

“I KNOW MY BIKE IS IN A RECALL, I WAS SITTING AT A RED LIGHT GETTING READY FOR IT TO TURN GREEN TO MAKE MY LEFT HAND TURN ONTO A THREE LANE ROAD AND ONCE MY LIGHT TURNED GREEN I PROCEEDED TO MAKE MY LEFT HAND TURN ON TO THE THREE LANE ROAD AND I WAS GOING FINE AND THE NEXT THING I KNEW, I WAS ON THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · October 10, 2014 · crash

“I KNOW MY BIKE IS IN A RECALL, I WAS SITTING AT A RED LIGHT GETTING READY FOR IT TO TURN GREEN TO MAKE MY LEFT HAND TURN ONTO A THREE LANE ROAD AND ONCE MY LIGHT TURNED GREEN I PROCEEDED TO MAKE MY LEFT HAND TURN ON TO THE THREE LANE ROAD AND I WAS GOING FINE AND THE NEXT THING I KNEW, I WAS ON THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · October 10, 2014 · crash

“WHILE RIDING THE BIKE SHUTS DOWN AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURNS ON. THE SHUT OFF LASTS A FEW SECONDS AND THEN THE BIKE TURNS BACK ON. ON A COUPLE OF OCCASSIONS THE BIKE ALSO HAD A SURGE OF UNWANTED REVVING AND ACCELERATION AND I ALMOST LOST CONTROL. THE BRACKET THAT HOLDS THE IGNITION SWITCH HAS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · July 18, 2017

“I KNOW MY BIKE IS IN A RECALL, I WAS SITTING AT A RED LIGHT GETTING READY FOR IT TO TURN GREEN TO MAKE MY LEFT HAND TURN ONTO A THREE LANE ROAD AND ONCE MY LIGHT TURNED GREEN I PROCEEDED TO MAKE MY LEFT HAND TURN ON TO THE THREE LANE ROAD AND I WAS GOING FINE AND THE NEXT THING I KNEW, I WAS ON THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · October 10, 2014 · crash

2014 Harley-Davidson Fxdl — common questions

Is the 2014 Harley-Davidson Fxdl reliable?

The record is thin — 6 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2014 Harley-Davidson Fxdl have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2014 Harley-Davidson Fxdl. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.