2000 Harley-Davidson Fltrsei Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 22, 2004 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Fltrsei years
Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2000 Harley-Davidson Fltrsei. That is the most of any Fltrsei model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 15,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

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

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Most common 2000 Harley-Davidson Fltrsei problems

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

Fuel System, Gasoline1 · ~15,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel System, Gasoline1100%15,000——

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

2000 Harley-Davidson Fltrsei recalls (2)

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Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakersMar 18, 2004 · NHTSA campaign 04V134000 · 81,496 vehicles

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.

Power train:clutch assemblyOct 3, 2002 · NHTSA campaign 02V272000 · 782 vehicles

Problem: On certain motorcycles, the braided clutch cable could contact the rear brake line and cause the brake line to abrade over time, resulting in a loss of rear brake fluid.

Risk: The loss of rear brake fluid could cause the loss of rear brake function, possibly without warning and could cause a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the braided clutch cable. Owner notification began october 21, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4680.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Fuel lines from bottom of tank on my fltrsei started leaking onto the engine and primary case. Leak was slow at first but when i put my hand under the "taps" and touched them the leak got immediately worse. I was told by the h-d shop personal that this type of problem seemed to be consistent with…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received May 13, 2003 · NHTSA complaint 10018636

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YearComplaintsRecalls
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Frequently asked questions

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

Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 1 complaint.

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

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2000 Harley-Davidson Fltrsei a good year?

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