2003 Harley-Davidson Flht Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2003 Harley-Davidson Flht recalls

Most common 2003 Harley-Davidson Flht problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	1
Structure	1
Electrical System	1

What owners report

2009-11-23, Electrical System
2003 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHT ELECTRA GLIDE STANDARD. MY MOTORCYCLE EXPERIENCED A COMPLETE AND TOTAL FAILURE OF ALL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS TO INCLUDE AN UNCOMMANDED ENGINE FAILURE AT FREEWAY SPEEDS OF APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH AT THE TIME OF THE EVENT. H-D HAS A FAULTY DESIGN THAT DOES NOT PERMIT THE ADEQUATE COOLING OF A 50 AMP SELF RESETTING CIRCUIT BREAKER LOCATED ADJACENT TO THE BATTERY LOCATED SLIGHT AFT AND ABOVE THE AFT CYLINDER AND CYLINDER EXHAUST EXPOSED TO EXTREME HEATING AND INADEQUATE COOLING. RIDER HAS NO INSTRUMENTATION TO SHOW IMPENDING ELECTRICAL FAILURE AS THE COMPONENT LACKS DANGEROUS TEMPERATURE WARNINGS. THIS EVENT OCCURRED AT NIGHT WITH THE IMMEDIATE AND ULTIMATE LOSS OF ALL EXTE

2007-05-29, Power Train
PART FAILURE IS EMINENT. THE INNER PRIMARY WAS POORLY DESIGNED. THE LACK OF A PROPER BUSHING HAS RESULTED IN SEVER WEAR AND A SLOPPY FIT. THE STEEL SHIFTER SHAFT PASSES THROUGH THE ALUMINUM INNER PRIMARY COVER. THE ADDITIONAL OF A BUSHING IN THE DESIGN WOULD PREVENT THIS FAILURE. *TR

2003 Harley-Davidson Flht questions

Does the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flht have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flht: Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (1), Structure (1), Electrical System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2003 Harley-Davidson Flht has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.