2004 Harley-Davidson Fxdi Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Fxdi years
- Not enough data 2nd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Harley-Davidson Fxdi. That ranks 2nd out of 4 Fxdi model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 3,200 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 Harley-Davidson Fxdi 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 67% | 3,200 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 33% | 3,200 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 33% | 14,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 Harley-Davidson Fxdi recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Vehicle speed control:cables
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the throttle cables come into contact with the tunnel portion of the fuel tank.
Risk: In this condition, the cables could eventually wear through the tank, causing a fuel leak. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the cable and tank, reposition the cable and, if necessary, repair or replace the tank and/or cables free of charge. The recall began on october 31, 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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 harley-davidson fxdi motorcycle. The contact noticed a fuel odor emitting from the motorcycle. The fuel level lowered and fuel was leaking onto the spark plug wires, which caused the engine to overheat. The contact informed the dealer where it was diagnosed that fuel was…
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 harley-davidson fxdi. The contact stated when parking, fuel was discovered leaking from the bottom of the tank and onto the fuel line. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vin was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 3,200.
Tl*- the contact received a recall for 2004 harley davidson super glide fxdi concerning the throttle cable to be replaced. The contact stated that he took the motorcycle to dealer on 12/27/06, and was told by the mechanic that there was another recall for the gas tank or gas cable. Presently, the…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Harley-Davidson Fxdi?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, engine, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Harley-Davidson Fxdi?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2004 Harley-Davidson Fxdi a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Fxdi model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.