1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtci Recalls, Complaints & Specs
1 safety recall lists the 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtci, and owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. Check your own VIN below.
1 safety recall for the 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtci
Most recent first. Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. Click a recall for the full defect, consequence and remedy text.
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Switch (electrical system)
Vehicle description: fl touring motorcycles. A loss of electrical power through the ignition switch can occur due to excessive current and other factors.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the ignition switch/circuit breaker and install a relay kit.
2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Owners of the 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtci have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The average mileage at failure in those reports is 61,000 miles. Complaints peaked in 1998 with 1 filed that year.
Most-reported components
What owners are reporting
“1998 harley flhtci rear swing arm broke almost causing a crash. Vehicle was not at high speed at failure, but had the rear swing arm broke, it could have been fatal. Per internet forums this is a very”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, October 18, 2009 · Structure
“Consumer received recall letter. Contacted dealer no parts available to remedy the problem. Recall number 98v15800. Please give any further details. *ak”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, September 30, 1998 · Electrical system
Compare Harley-Davidson Flhtci model years
Recall and complaint counts for every Harley-Davidson Flhtci model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 1 | 1 |
| 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 1 | 2 |
| 1999 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 2 | 5 |
| 2000 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 1 | 6 |
| 2001 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 2 | 6 |
| 2002 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 2 | 2 |
| 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 2 | 2 |
| 2004 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 0 | 2 |
| 2006 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 0 | 4 |
Checking a specific 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtci
How do I know if my 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtci has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle. 1 campaign currently lists the 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtci; your car may already have been repaired under it.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised Harley-Davidson dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number (for example 98V158000).
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
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Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.