The 2017 Harley-Davidson FLHTCU has 3 recalls, the most serious being a clutch that can stick engaged and prevent the rider from disengaging drive, and a separate risk of an engine oil cooler line detaching and spraying oil onto the rear tire.
A stuck clutch leaves the rider unable to separate the engine from the transmission, which can make it impossible to slow or stop the motorcycle normally, raising the risk of losing control. The oil cooler line issue stems from a clamp that may not hold the line securely, allowing it to pull free under normal riding conditions; oil released onto the rear tire dramatically reduces traction and can cause the rear wheel to slide out without warning. The third recall involves visibility: certain models fitted with a Harley-Davidson Detachable Tour-Pak Luggage Conversion Kit may lack the required rear red reflectors, making the motorcycle harder for drivers behind to spot, particularly in low-light conditions.
At a glance
What can fail
The Detachable Tour-Pak Luggage Conversion Kit removes the rear red reflectors but doesn't include replacements, leaving the motorcycle without required reflectors.
What the fix does
Dealers will install replacement rear red reflectors at no charge.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The secondary clutch actuator cylinder may develop an internal fluid leak, reducing the clutch master cylinder's ability to disengage the clutch fully.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a new secondary clutch actuator piston assembly at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The clamp securing the engine oil cooler line may not be properly installed, potentially causing the line to loosen.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and correct the oil cooler line clamps at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
