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2011 Harley-Davidson Flhx Engine Problems

Complaints
1about this part
Share
6%of 18 total for the year
Median mileage
100miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 1 complaints about the engine of the 2011 Harley-Davidson Flhx, 6% of the 18 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 100 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.

“Leg burns due to excessive heat from rear engine cylinder. Measure radiant heat at 340 degrees. This has caused red burn on the back of the right leg. Heat is felt while in motion on 80 degree days. Increases during stops for lights. Have brought to dealer and manufacturers attention over the past 5 years.”

NHTSA complaint #10885325, filed 2016-07, 100 miles

Related service bulletins

Engine: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2018113%
2017120%
2013117%
201216%
201116%
2010417%
200927%
2008413%
200715%

Other parts of the 2011 Harley-Davidson Flhx

Brakes
8 complaints
Tires
3 complaints
Exterior lighting
2 complaints
Wheels
2 complaints
Equipment
1 complaints
Steering
1 complaints
Suspension
1 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2011 Harley-Davidson Flhx

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.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology