2022 Harley-Davidson Fxlrst
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Power train is the leading concern among 4 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the highest complaint count among 4 Fxlrst model years with reports.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
Suspension, rear, shock absorberJun 6, 2025
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Softail motorcycles. The mounting tab on the rear shock pre-load adjuster may break, allowing the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.
A sudden loss of tire pressure increases the risk of a crash.
Dealers will install a new bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 16, 2025. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0188. Some of the vehicles included in this recall were previously repaired under recall 23V591, and will need to have the new remedy completed.
Campaign 25V375000 on NHTSA.gov
Service brakesOct 9, 2024
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2022 FXRST and 2022-2024 FXLRST motorcycles. The front brake lines may contact the fuel tank and become damaged, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak and a loss of front brake function.
A loss of front brake function can increase the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect the brake lines and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson Customer Service at (414) 343-4056. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0187.
Campaign 24V753000 on NHTSA.gov
Suspension, rear, shock absorberAug 22, 2023
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2018-2019 FLDE, 2018-2021 FLHC, 2018-2023 FLHCS, 2018 and 2023 FLHCS ANV, 2020-2023 FXLRS, 2022-2023 FXLRST, and 2022 FXRST Softail motorcycles. A fastener securing the rear shock absorber may break and allow the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.
A loss of tire pressure can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Dealers will replace the shock absorber fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0181.
Campaign 23V591000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints: power train
2 reports, newest first. Show all
Power train, Aug 18, 2026
On August 12, 2026, at 5,826 miles, my 2022 Harley-Davidson FXLRST M8 117 suffered catastrophic engine failure while traveling 65 mph on the freeway. I lost motive power and had to reach the shoulder, creating a serious crash hazard. About five miles into the ride, severe metallic clanging/pinging began. The engine shut down, locked completely and would not restart. No oil-pressure or other warning light illuminated. No engine/oil DTC was stored; only a battery fault was found. Harley-Davidson of Sacramento performed the 1,000-mile service at 1,004 miles and returned the bike at 1,007. Its invoice documents an oil/filter change and five quarts of oil. The engine failed 4,819 miles later. Afterward, I found the oil extremely low. Less than one quart was recovered from a roughly 5-quart system, with no external leak observed. Two independent mechanics, including a former Harley-Davidson technician, disassembled the engine. A rear-cylinder exhaust-valve head had separated from its stem, causing extensive piston, cylinder/liner, spark-plug and internal engine damage. The springs and keepers remained intact. The failed parts are preserved for inspection. NHTSA data I reviewed shows about 244 M8-era complaints involving stalls, power loss or engine/powertrain issues; about 81 hard mechanical/oiling failures, including about 15 sumping/oil-pump complaints. Harley has made numerous M8 engineering changes, including exhaust-valve and valve-spring changes for 2023 and later cylinder-head revisions. In 2026, approximately 88,000 M8-family motorcycles were recalled for an oil/breather defect. Given the freeway power loss, seizure, dangerously low oil without warning, confirmed exhaust-valve separation and broader M8 failure history, I believe this warrants a formal safety investigation.
Power train, Electrical system, Engine, Jan 4, 2024
motorcycle continuous to turn off, has happened in turns, while on the freeway and loosing full control of the motorcycle and having to pull off while cars are behind me at fast speeds. Issue continuous to occur has happened continuously even after being taken to a Harley dealership where they have assured me it’s fine.