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: wheels
1 report, newest first. Show all
Suspension, Wheels, Other or unspecified, Jun 15, 2023
UNKNOWN 35+ MPH noticeable bounce in front end also 70+ left then front end sometimes begins to wobble and becomes unstable. Dealer 1 checked and found wheels not balanced properly front the factory. Both front and rear wheel had three weights added for balance. Advised bunch is still present and is “normal”. Issue persists. Dealer 2 inspected. Found no issue with wheel or tire with measurements. Only issue observed was tire over inflated to 41 PSI by Dealer 1. Departed to 36 PSI and tech took in 21 mile test ride. Unable to replicate bunch issue. Picked bike up rode home on city roads and observed issue to sill he occurring. Contacted Harley Corporate as found proof / invoice of another having same issue where tire was replaced under warranty due to a casting issue. Harley corporate refused to check.