2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Flhtcui years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui. That is the most of any Flhtcui model year in the database (13 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (17 complaints, 65%), typically at around 11,545 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 26owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui 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 | 17 | 65% | 11,545 | — | — |
| Engine | 3 | 12% | 29,705 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 8% | 22,540 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 8% | 7,750 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 4% | 1,300 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 4% | 2,700 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 4% | 1,300 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 4% | 2,350 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 4% | 52,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
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.
I i was on the fwy and power went off , was able to restart , noe at home i can start the bike but power shuts down with in a couple minutes , can't ride have checked stator,valtage reg is new ? Can't find the problum hepl
Bike shuts down no power no lights everything shuts down
Engine failure at 30000 and 48700 miles. The first engine failure was paid by me $5479.10. The second engine failure was paid by harley davidson customer relations, thank you harley davidson. The cam shaft tensioner is a known hazard and should be changed at about 25000 miles on all tc 88 engines…
My 2003 harley davidson flhtcui ultra classic had a catastrophic engine failure due to a cam shaft tensioner at 29,705 miles.the engine was rebuilt for $5479.10 dollars. Many motorcycles have had the same problem at about the same mileage. This will cause the engine to stop running. Which can leave…
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 harley davidson ultra classic flhtcui. The contact stated while driving 80 mph on a highway, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact mentioned that the ehicle was repaired under recall nhtsa campaign number: 04v134000 (electrical system). However, the remedy…
Other Harley-Davidson Flhtcui years
← 2002 Flhtcui · 2004 Flhtcui →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 Flhtcui | 1 | 0 |
| 2006 Flhtcui | 15 | 0 |
| 2005 Flhtcui | 5 | 0 |
| 2004 Flhtcui | 4 | 0 |
| 2003 | 26 | 1 |
| 2002 Flhtcui | 8 | 2 |
| 2001 Flhtcui | 8 | 2 |
| 2000 Flhtcui | 13 | 1 |
| 1999 Flhtcui | 10 | 2 |
| 1998 Flhtcui | 10 | 1 |
| 1997 Flhtcui | 5 | 1 |
| 1996 Flhtcui | 2 | 1 |
| 1995 Flhtcui | 1 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 17 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Flhtcui model years, the 2003 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.