1997 Harley-Davidson Flht Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 57%of 7 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the electrical system of the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flht, 57% of the 7 complaints for this model year. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Consumer received recall letter in july 1998. Contacted dealer, no parts were available to remedy the problem. Dealer has not yet received parts from the manufacturer. Recall number 98v158000. Please give any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #831529, filed 1998-12“The consumer received a recall letter stated that they needed a part for their ignition switch. However the parts have not been available since receiving the letter , which was on july 22nd. The recall no. Is 98v158000.”
NHTSA complaint #830048, filed 1998-11“Consumer received recall letter in july concerning ignition switch. Dealer has no parts available to correct the problem, they are still on back order. Recall number 98v15000.”
NHTSA complaint #834457, filed 1999-02“Motorcycle would not start. Took motorcycle to dealership & it was repaired under warranty. No crash or injuries. 1997 flhtcui brought jan 1997, read it in mcn.”
NHTSA complaint #825344, filed 1998-07Related recalls
- 98V158000Jul 14, 1998Vehicle description: fl touring motorcycles. A loss of electrical power through the ignition switch can occur due to excessive current and other factors.Covers: Harley-Davidson Flht 1994–1998, Flhtc 1994–1998, Flhtcu 1994–1998 +10 more
Electrical system: other model years
Other parts of the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flht
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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