2005 Harley-Davidson Flstf recalls & complaints
Source: NHTSA, updated daily. Last checked 2026-10-19. Recalls apply to specific VINs — run your VIN to confirm.
1 safety recall, most serious first
1. Equipment
What's wrong, in plain English: A part or accessory supplied with the vehicle. CERTAIN SOFTAIL MOTORCYCLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF PART 567, 'CERTIFICATION.' THE VIN/CERTIFICATION LABEL CONTAINS INCORRECT TIRE SIZE AND INFLATION PRESSURES FOR THE FRONT WHEEL. THE LABEL STATES THE TIRE SIZE IS MT90B21 AND THE INFLATION PRESSURE AS 30 PSI, WHEREAS THE CORRECT TIRE SIZE IS MT90B16, AND THE CORRECT INFLATION PRESSURE IS 36 PSI.
What could happen: THE CERTIFICATION LABEL IS INCORRECT GIVING IMPROPER INFORMATION.
The fix: HARLEY- DAVIDSON WILL MAIL INSTRUCTIONS ALONG WITH CORRECTED FEDERAL CERTIFICATION LABEL. IF AN OWNER SO DESIRES, A DEALER CAN INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 6, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HARLEY-DAVIDSON AT 1-414-343-4056.
What to do
- Check whether your car is affected: enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. A recall covers specific VINs, not every 2005 FLSTF.
- Book a repair at any authorized Harley-Davidson dealer. Quote NHTSA campaign 05V151000.
- The repair is free. By US law, safety recall repairs cost the owner nothing, no matter the car's age or mileage.
- Manufacturer hotline: 1-414-343-4056.
- Buying this car used? Ask the seller for proof the recall was completed, or run the VIN yourself before paying.
Official wording from NHTSA
Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Summary: CERTAIN SOFTAIL MOTORCYCLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF PART 567, 'CERTIFICATION.' THE VIN/CERTIFICATION LABEL CONTAINS INCORRECT TIRE SIZE AND INFLATION PRESSURES FOR THE FRONT WHEEL. THE LABEL STATES THE TIRE SIZE IS MT90B21 AND THE INFLATION PRESSURE AS 30 PSI, WHEREAS THE CORRECT TIRE SIZE IS MT90B16, AND THE CORRECT INFLATION PRESSURE IS 36 PSI.
Consequence: THE CERTIFICATION LABEL IS INCORRECT GIVING IMPROPER INFORMATION.
Remedy: HARLEY- DAVIDSON WILL MAIL INSTRUCTIONS ALONG WITH CORRECTED FEDERAL CERTIFICATION LABEL. IF AN OWNER SO DESIRES, A DEALER CAN INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 6, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HARLEY-DAVIDSON AT 1-414-343-4056.
Notes: CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Useful for owners
- OBD2 code reader — see what the car's computer is reporting
- 2005 Harley-Davidson Flstf owner's manual
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Most complained-about parts: Wheels / tires (1), Unknown Or Other (1), Electrical system (1).
Complaints are unverified reports from owners. A pattern (many complaints about the same part) matters more than any single one.
Read recent complaints (2)
08/28/2006 · Wheels / tires
WHILE ME AND MY WIFE WAS RIDING OUR FATBOYS (HER 2005 & MINE 2004) WE WERE ON OUR FIRST DAY OF A 8 DAY ROAD TRIP TRAVELING ON ROUTE 84 WEST NEAR CARMEL NY, SHE DEVELOPED A PROBLEM. ALL 5 OF HER CHROME PULLEY BOLTS SHEARED OFF HARLEY DAVIDSON P/N 94773-00A. GOT MY BOYS TO TRAILER HER HOME. NEXT DAY BOUGHT NEW HD WHEEL AND PARTS TO BUT THE BIKE ON THE ROAD. B…
10/06/2005 · Electrical system
1. WATCHING SOMEONE START THEIR HARLEY MOTORCYCLE IN GEAR WITHOUT THE CLUTCH LEVER PULLED IN. 2. MOTORCYCLE LURCHED FORWARD WHEN PUSHING THE STARTER BUTTON. OBVIOUS CONSEQUENCES. FALLING, RUNNING OVER SOMEONE OR SOMETHING. 3. PUT IN NEUTRAL WHEN STARTING OR PULLING IN THE CLUTCH LEVER WHEN IN GEAR. *NM