2003 Harley-Davidson Fxst Series Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 20, 2007 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Fxst Series years
Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2003 Harley-Davidson Fxst Series. That is the most of any Fxst Series model year in the database (3 years). The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 100%). 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 2003 Harley-Davidson Fxst Series problems

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

Engine and Engine Cooling1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling1100%———

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

2003 Harley-Davidson Fxst Series recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 Harley-Davidson Fxst Series.

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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.

Vibration over time can cause compensatory or nut to back off, allowing metal particles to move freely around internal moving parts. Concern is mechanical failure while operating the motorcycle. There are no scheduled checks to prevent this. Over time cam tension fails, check or replacement is at…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Jun 20, 2007 · NHTSA complaint 10193837

Other Harley-Davidson Fxst Series years

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YearComplaintsRecalls
200310
1998 Fxst Series10
1995 Fxst Series10

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Harley-Davidson Fxst Series?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2003 Harley-Davidson Fxst Series?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2003 Harley-Davidson Fxst Series a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Fxst Series model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.