2004 Harley-Davidson Super Glide Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 6, 2015 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

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

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Harley-Davidson Super Glide. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 35,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. 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 2004 Harley-Davidson Super Glide problems

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

Engine1 · ~35,000 mi
Power Train1 · ~2,200 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine150%35,000——
Power Train150%2,200——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2004, with 1 complaints
2004: 1200412015: 120151

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2004 Harley-Davidson Super Glide recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2004 Harley-Davidson Super Glide.

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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.

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 harley davidson super glide. The contact stated that the cam chain tensioner fractured and blocked the oil filter, which caused the motorcycle to stall. The motorcycle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage…

Engine · received Jan 6, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10670453

Motorcyle was sitting with kickstand down. I then turned on the key and hit the start button. The motorcycle instantly started up and because it was in gear it took off across the roadway nearly causing an accident with another motorvehicle. I then pushed it over on it's side to gain control of the…

Power Train · received Sep 12, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10090849

Other Harley-Davidson Super Glide years

YearComplaintsRecalls
200420

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Harley-Davidson Super Glide?

Owners most often report engine, power train problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2004 Harley-Davidson Super Glide?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2004 Harley-Davidson Super Glide a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Super Glide model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.