2012 Harley-Davidson FLHTCU103 Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 13%of 15 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 6,566miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the engine of the 2012 Harley-Davidson FLHTCU103, 13% of the 15 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 6,566 miles.
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.
“During operation, upon initial delivery, I noted heat coming up the right side of the motorcycle. Both driver and passenger noted heat uncomfortable. I contacted the dealer with my complaint, I was told the location of the catalytic converter causes heat to rise causing discomfort to the rider and passenger. I was told this is common. And the only option to correct is to install aftermarket exhaust. This eliminates the catalytic converter. …”
NHTSA complaint #10482827, filed 2012-11, 50 miles“I was traveling in the commuter lane on I-10 west in phoenix arizona. My 2012 harley davidson engines light came on and the bike went into a safety mode. I was traveling at 65 MPH and the motorcycle engine died and would not go over 1500 RPM's. I had the bike towed to the dealer and they were unable to duplicate the code. I was told the motorcycle was good to ride and started my ride home and the bike failed yet again. This is a big safety hazard. I had to limp to the side of the road in heavy traffic. The bike engine dies while in motion. …”
NHTSA complaint #10502738, filed 2013-03, 13,082 milesRelated service bulletins
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Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 2 | 13% |
Other parts of the 2012 Harley-Davidson FLHTCU103
6 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaintsSuspension
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaintsWheels
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 Harley-Davidson FLHTCU103
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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