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2015 Harley-Davidson FLTRXS Road Glide Special — Common Issues & Known Problems

Known Issues & Owner Reports

These are the most commonly reported issues and concerns from owners, mechanics, and community forums for the 2015 Harley-Davidson FLTRXS Road Glide Special.

Hydraulic Clutch Failure
High

A chemical reaction in the DOT 4 fluid could generate gas bubbles, preventing the clutch from disengaging after being parked.

NHTSA Recall 15V216000. Affects bikes built between April and October 2014.
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Saddlebag Separation
Medium

The spring wire in the mounting receptacle could yield, allowing the saddlebag to come loose from the rail.

NHTSA Recall 15V-427. Corrected in production after May 26, 2015.
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Rear Cylinder Heat
Low

The air-cooled Twin Cam 103 runs hot, particularly the rear cylinder, which can be uncomfortable for riders in slow traffic.

Commonly addressed with mid-frame air deflectors and Stage 1 tuning.
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Infotainment Software Glitches
Low

Early versions of the Boom! Box software were prone to freezing or GPS lag.

Usually resolved by downloading the latest firmware from the H-D website via USB.
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Used Buying Inspection Checklist

What to look for when buying a used 2015 Harley-Davidson FLTRXS Road Glide Special.

Hydraulic Clutch Recall

Check if the master cylinder rebuild/flush (Recall 0165) was performed. A failing system causes the clutch to not disengage fully, making it hard to find neutral.

Saddlebag Retention

Verify the saddlebag mounting clips are the updated stainless steel version (Recall 15V-427) to prevent bags from falling off mid-ride.

Infotainment Screen

Check for 'ghosting' or unresponsive touch areas on the 6.5GT screen, which can be expensive to replace.