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2023 Harley-Davidson FlhxseProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 5 owners and 2 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·checked October 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
5
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Recalls
2
TSBs
95
✅

Preliminary Verdict

Green Light

Based on 5 complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 2 recalls.

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the ElectricalHIGH

3 owners reported electrical issues — failures commonly reported around 0K miles.

!Inspect the DrivetrainMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Electrical (3 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

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Where the complaints fall

Electrical3 (60%)
Drivetrain1 (20%)
Speed Control1 (20%)

2023 Harley-Davidson Flhxse: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 60% of all reports filed for the 2023 Harley-Davidson Flhxse, with 3 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 50 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 0K-mile mark.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 20% of all reports filed for the 2023 Harley-Davidson Flhxse, with 1 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Speed Control Issues

Speed Control complaints account for 20% of all reports filed for the 2023 Harley-Davidson Flhxse, with 1 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to speed control-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

2
24
1
25
2
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2023 Harley-Davidson Flhxse. Recent trend: increasing.

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Recall History (2 recalls)

23V672000Oct 2023

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2023 FLHXSE and FLTRXSE motorcycles. The rear brake line may not be secured properly, allowing it to chafe against the exhaust pipe, which can result in a brake fluid leak.

23V836000Jan 2024

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2023 FLHXSE (Street Glide CVO) motorcycles. The motorcycle may react unexpectedly and become difficult to control when traveling at certain high speeds, especially on rough roads or through wind gusts.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 5 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 2 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated (checked October 21, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026.

Other Harley-Davidson Flhxse Model Years

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2023 Harley-Davidson Flhxse: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2023 Harley-Davidson Flhxse?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2023 Harley-Davidson Flhxse is related to the electrical, with 3 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2023 Harley-Davidson Flhxse reliable?
The 2023 Harley-Davidson Flhxse has 5 complaints, 0 crash reports, and 0 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How much does it cost to fix 2023 Harley-Davidson Flhxse problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2023 Harley-Davidson Flhxse have any recalls?
Yes, the 2023 Harley-Davidson Flhxse has 2 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Harley-Davidson Flhxse problems start?
Based on 1 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 50 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2023 Harley-Davidson Flhxse data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 21, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 19, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins. Its numbers last changed on October 4, 2026.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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