2000 Harley-Davidson Flstf Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 7, 2003 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Flstf years
Not enough data 2nd of 14 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Harley-Davidson Flstf. That ranks 2nd out of 14 Flstf model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (4 complaints, 80%), typically at around 5,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2000 Harley-Davidson Flstf problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine and Engine Cooling4 · ~5,000 mi
Fuel System, Gasoline1 · ~5,000 mi
Power Train1
Wheels1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling480%5,000——
Fuel System, Gasoline120%5,000——
Power Train120%———
Wheels120%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2002, with 2 complaints
2000: 1200012001: 1200112002: 2200222003: 120031

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2000 Harley-Davidson Flstf recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2000 Harley-Davidson Flstf.

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.

Vehicle stalled while driving at any speed without warning. Dealership serviced the vehicle 4 times, but was unable to locate the cause of the stalling. Also, at 5,000 miles vehicle had a gas leak. The source or cause of the leak was undetermined.*ak

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Oct 7, 2003 · NHTSA complaint 10042479

Twin cam rear cam bearing fails-harley apparently doesn't know which bikes have what bearing in them and won't recall for inspection even though there is a significant number of failures on 1999 and early 2000 model year engines. Safety issue that could cost lives. Do something please to at least…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Sep 15, 2002 · NHTSA complaint 767183

It is my understanding that the manufacturer knows that certain vehicles produced early in the model year possibly have a cam bearing in the engine that can catastrophically fail at anytime without warning and cause a potentially fatal accident to the driver and passenger. The manufacturer…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Sep 10, 2002 · NHTSA complaint 766941

Rust was found on the inside of the oil tank which contaminated the oil which runs through the engine, and the engine stalls while driving on long trips (over 2 hours). The carburetor hesitates and pops. Nlm

Engine and Engine Cooling · received May 31, 2001 · NHTSA complaint 561402

Came from the assembly line with front axle not properly on, which may cause the front wheel to come off/ cause a crash and injuries. Dealer is aware of the problem. But "fixes the problem as it comes." please provide further information. *ak

Power Train · received Feb 7, 2000 · NHTSA complaint 856389

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Harley-Davidson Flstf?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline, power train problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 4 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2000 Harley-Davidson Flstf?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2000 Harley-Davidson Flstf a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Flstf model years, the 2000 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.