2003 Harley-Davidson Flstfi Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Flstfi years
- Not enough data 3rd of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flstfi. That ranks 3rd out of 6 Flstfi model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 16,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 Harley-Davidson Flstfi 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 100% | 16,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2003 Harley-Davidson Flstfi recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: Certain softail motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of part 567, 'certification.' the vin/certification label contains incorrect tire size and inflation pressures for the front wheel. The label states the tire size is mt90b21 and the inflation pressure as 30 psi, whereas the correct tire size is mt90b16, and the correct inflation pressure is 36 psi.
Risk: The certification label is incorrect giving improper information.
Fix: Harley- davidson will mail instructions along with corrected federal certification label. If an owner so desires, a dealer can install the label for them. The recall began on june 6, 2005. Owners may 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.
199-2005 twin cam harley davidson motorcycles have a defective cam chain tensioner design. These parts can wear out in some case in less than 15,000 miles and require an expensive replacement cost ranging from $800 to over $8000. The cam chain tensioner is a spring design with a small plastic pad…
Other Harley-Davidson Flstfi years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 Flstfi | 2 | 0 |
| 2005 Flstfi | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 Flstfi | 2 | 1 |
| 2003 | 1 | 1 |
| 2002 Flstfi | 0 | 1 |
| 2001 Flstfi | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flstfi?
Owners most often report engine problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flstfi?
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 Flstfi a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Flstfi model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.