Harley-Davidson Street Glide Problems & Known Issues
2008-2024 model years · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated November 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2008-2024 Harley-Davidson Street Glide has 6 documented known issues, with 5 rated critical. The most serious are Front fuel tank mounts can distort in a severe frontal crash and leak fuel — recall 09V457, Hydraulic clutch can stop disengaging after an internal actuator leak — recall 18V734, Rear brake light switch can overheat, affecting the brake lamp or leaking brake fluid — recall 11V506, Regulator wire can chafe on the crankcase and blow the main fuse — recall 24V672 and ABS valve can stick if brake fluid is left far past its 2-year flush — recall 18V076.
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What are the most common Harley-Davidson Street Glide problems?
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2008-2024 Harley-Davidson Street Glide has 6 documented issues. Documented issues include: Front fuel tank mounts can distort in a severe frontal crash and leak fuel — recall 09V457, Hydraulic clutch can stop disengaging after an internal actuator leak — recall 18V734, Rear brake light switch can overheat, affecting the brake lamp or leaking brake fluid — recall 11V506. Of these, 5 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Harley-Davidson Street Glide reliable?
The 2008-2024 Harley-Davidson Street Glide has 6 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 5 issues are rated critical: Front fuel tank mounts can distort in a severe frontal crash and leak fuel — recall 09V457 and Hydraulic clutch can stop disengaging after an internal actuator leak — recall 18V734 and Rear brake light switch can overheat, affecting the brake lamp or leaking brake fluid — recall 11V506 and Regulator wire can chafe on the crankcase and blow the main fuse — recall 24V672 and ABS valve can stick if brake fluid is left far past its 2-year flush — recall 18V076. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
What year Harley-Davidson Street Glide is the most reliable?
Reliability varies across model years of the Harley-Davidson Street Glide. Based on documented issues, problems are most commonly reported in earlier model years. Au7o recommends checking the specific known issues for your target year before purchasing, and having a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic. Our known issues database covers the 2008-2024 Harley-Davidson Street Glide with 6 documented issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports.
What is the 2009-2010 Harley-Davidson Street Glide Front fuel tank mounts can distort in a severe frontal crash and leak fuel — recall 09V457?
The fuel tank front mounts may distort in reaction to severe frame damage from a frontal collision, which may cause a fuel leak at the weld of the front bracket to the tunnel. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire, which could lead to injury or de… Severity: high.
What is the 2017-2018 Harley-Davidson Street Glide Hydraulic clutch can stop disengaging after an internal actuator leak — recall 18V734?
Fluid can leak internally past the secondary clutch actuator piston/seal (part numbers 37200131 and 37200131A). If the leak continues, the clutch master cylinder reservoir can lose enough fluid to let air into the hydraulic circuit, and the clutch may not lift enough to disengage… Severity: high.
What is the 2009-2012 Harley-Davidson Street Glide Rear brake light switch can overheat, affecting the brake lamp or leaking brake fluid — recall 11V506?
The rear brake light switch (P/N 72016-06) may be exposed to temperatures from the exhaust system that can degrade its performance under certain riding conditions. This may affect brake lamp function and/or cause a brake fluid leak at the switch, affecting rear brake performance;… Severity: high.
What is the 2023-2024 Harley-Davidson Street Glide Regulator wire can chafe on the crankcase and blow the main fuse — recall 24V672?
The red regulator output wire may rub on the front corner of the crankcase until its insulation wears and it shorts to ground. The 60-amp main fuse may then open, causing loss of propulsion and all electrical power without prior indication to the rider and without the ability to… Severity: high.
What is the 2008-2011 Harley-Davidson Street Glide ABS valve can stick if brake fluid is left far past its 2-year flush — recall 18V076?
If the DOT 4 brake fluid is not flushed for a long time beyond the 2-year schedule, it absorbs moisture and can gel and leave deposits; a deposit on the apply valve in the ABS hydraulic control unit can make the valve stick. That can cause loss of brake function on the affected w… Severity: high.
What is the 2017-2019 Harley-Davidson Street Glide Milwaukee-Eight oil sumping can cause power loss or heavy engine braking — bulletin M1450?
Harley says 2017-2019 Milwaukee-Eight engines can develop sumping during long periods at high rpm or under heavy engine load: too much oil is held in the crankcase and the flywheel has to travel through it. That causes a loss of power or a high degree of engine braking, and poten… Severity: medium.
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