2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtci Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Flhtci years
- Not enough data 5th of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtci. That ranks 5th out of 10 Flhtci model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 27,980 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtci problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 100% | 27,980 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtci recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Exterior lighting:tail lights
Problem: On certain dyna, xl, and touring motorcycles, the tail light bulb can fall out of the socket.
Risk: The tail light and the brake light become inoperative, which could lead to a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the bulbs. Owner notification began on june 3, 2004. Owners should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4680.
Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers
Problem: On certain touring and police model motorcycles, the 40 amp main circuit breaker can "open" for reasons other than which it was designed, causing an unexpected interruption of all electrical power to the motorcycle.
Risk: This condition could cause the motorcycle to stall, which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the circuit breaker. Owner notification began april 23, 2004. Owners should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
My 2003 harleydavidson flhtci had the clips come loose on the front fender wiring to the tip light just like the 2001 recall resulting in frayed wires and a short circuit. *tr
Consumer received nhtsa recall 04v134000 subject regarding defective circuit breaker. Consumer contacted the dealer for an appointment. Dealer refused to perform recall repairs because consumer did not purchase the vehicle there. *ak
Other Harley-Davidson Flhtci years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 Flhtci | 4 | 0 |
| 2004 Flhtci | 2 | 0 |
| 2003 | 2 | 2 |
| 2002 Flhtci | 2 | 2 |
| 2001 Flhtci | 6 | 2 |
| 2000 Flhtci | 6 | 1 |
| 1999 Flhtci | 5 | 2 |
| 1998 Flhtci | 2 | 1 |
| 1997 Flhtci | 1 | 1 |
| 1996 Flhtci | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtci?
Owners most often report electrical system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtci?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtci a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Flhtci model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.