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2019 Harley-Davidson FLHX Street Glide — 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 2019 Harley-Davidson FLHX Street Glide.

Oil Sumping
High

Oil builds up in the crankcase because the pump fails to scavenge it back to the tank, leading to friction, heat, and power loss.

Bikes built after May 22, 2019, typically have the updated 8-lobe oil pump that addresses this.
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Transmission-to-Primary Fluid Transfer
Medium

Transmission oil migrates past the mainshaft seal into the primary case.

H-D released a primary vent kit as a fix for this issue.
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Hydraulic Clutch Failure
High

The clutch slave cylinder can leak internally, preventing the clutch from fully disengaging.

Often resolved by replacing the slave cylinder with an aftermarket or updated OEM version.
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Used Buying Inspection Checklist

What to look for when buying a used 2019 Harley-Davidson FLHX Street Glide.

Primary Oil Level

Check for 'fluid transfer' where transmission oil migrates into the primary, causing overfilling of the primary and low levels in the trans.

Sumping Symptoms

Look for oil in the air cleaner or excessive heat/power loss after highway runs, indicative of a failing oil pump scavenge side.

Infotainment Functionality

Test the Boom! Box system for screen delamination or lag, especially if it hasn't been updated to the latest software.

Clutch Engagement

Early 2019 models may still have the hydraulic clutch issue where the clutch fails to disengage properly.