2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtc Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtc has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 injury.

The most-reported problem area is Equipment (1 report).

1Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Flhtc?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtc recalls

Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights

Recall 04V218May 7, 200431,070 vehicles affected

Most common 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtc problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Equipment1
Structure1

What owners report

2008-06-19, Equipment
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHTC. THE MOTORCYCLE HAS A DETACHABLE BACKREST THAT KEEPS THE PASSENGER ON THE BIKE. THERE ARE TWO BARS ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT THAT KEEP THE BACKREST IN PLACE. WHILE RIDING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE TWO SIDE UPRIGHT BARS RANDOMLY FAILED AND CAUSED THE BACKREST TO COME OUT OF PLACE. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER AND HARLEY DAVIDSON SENT A REPLACEMENT. FOUR YEARS AFTER THE REPLACEMENT WAS RECEIVED, THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE UPRIGHT HANDLE BARS FAILED WHILE RIDING 50 MPH. THE REAR PASSENGER NEARLY FELL FROM THE VEHICLE. THE REAR PASSENGER SUSTAINED A CUT TO HER HAND. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE SECOND FAILURE BECAUSE THE CONTACT

2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtc questions

Does the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtc have any recalls?

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

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

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Equipment (1), Structure (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtc 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.

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