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2019 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 2019 Harley-Davidson FLTRXS Road Glide Special.

Oil Transfer (Migration)
Medium

Transmission fluid can migrate into the primary case due to pressure differentials. This can lead to transmission damage and clutch drag.

The common fix is the installation of a primary vent kit, which Harley-Davidson eventually authorized as a warranty repair.
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Engine Sumping
High

Oil can collect in the crankcase instead of being scavenged back to the tank, causing friction, loss of power, and extreme heat.

Early 2019 models may still have the older oil pump design; late-year 2019s received an updated pump that largely resolved this.
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Boom! Box GTS Software Bugs
Low

Users report issues with Apple CarPlay connectivity, Bluetooth pairing failures, and occasional system freezes.

Ensure the firmware is updated to the latest version (available via USB update from H-D website).
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Used Buying Inspection Checklist

What to look for when buying a used 2019 Harley-Davidson FLTRXS Road Glide Special.

Transmission Fluid Level

Check for 'fluid transfer' where transmission oil migrates into the primary case. A low transmission dipstick with a high primary level indicates this issue.

Boom! Box GTS Functionality

Verify the touchscreen is responsive and check for screen flickering or 'ghost touches' which can occur in high heat.

Primary Vent Installation

Look for a small vent tube installed on the primary inner cover; this was the factory fix for the oil transfer issue.