Does the 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg have any recalls?

1 recall found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: exterior lighting. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Harley-Davidson dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg?

7 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2012 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

1 recall found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Harley-Davidson been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Harley-Davidson dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2012 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg recalls, newest first

October 19, 2011NHTSA 11V506000250,757 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch

Summary: Harley-davidson is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 touring, cvo touring and trike vehicles manufactured from June 6, 2008, through September 16, 2011. See the above list for the models included in the recall. The rear brake light switch may be exposed to excessive heat from the exhaust system.
Consequence: The excessive heat may cause the switch to not activate the brake lamp or activate the brake lamp when no brake is applied and/or cause a brake fluid leak at the brake light switch, affecting rear brake performance. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Harley-davidson will notify owners, and dealers will a install a rear brake light switch kit, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during October 31, 2011. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 3
Deaths reported: 2

Most complained-about components

Service brakes3
Electrical system1
Engine and engine cooling1
Power train1
Steering1

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Questions

Does the 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg have any recalls?: 1 recall found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: exterior lighting. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Harley-Davidson dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2012 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg?: 7 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.