2003 Harley-Davidson Fxstdse Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 11, 2008 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Fxstdse years
Not enough data
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2003 Harley-Davidson Fxstdse. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 15,000 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 2003 Harley-Davidson Fxstdse 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%.

2003 Harley-Davidson Fxstdse recalls (0)

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

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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.

I own a 2003 fxstdsei,, harley davidson,, the lining inside the fuel tank began flaking off, this started around may of this year (2008). I contacted the dealer who wanted to sell me a new tank,,($1500-$2000),, unacceptable,, contacted customer service an harley corp.. They said the problem was so…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Oct 11, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10245155

Other Harley-Davidson Fxstdse years

YearComplaintsRecalls
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Frequently asked questions

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

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

Was there a recall on the 2003 Harley-Davidson Fxstdse?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2003 Harley-Davidson Fxstdse a good year?

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