2003 Harley-Davidson Flstfi Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2003 Harley-Davidson Flstfi recalls

Most common 2003 Harley-Davidson Flstfi problems

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

Problem area	Reports
Engine	1

What owners report

2016-09-29, Engine
199-2005 TWIN CAM HARLEY DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLES HAVE A DEFECTIVE CAM CHAIN TENSIONER DESIGN. THESE PARTS CAN WEAR OUT IN SOME CASE IN LESS THAN 15,000 MILES AND REQUIRE AN EXPENSIVE REPLACEMENT COST RANGING FROM $800 TO OVER $8000. THE CAM CHAIN TENSIONER IS A SPRING DESIGN WITH A SMALL PLASTIC PAD. THERE ARE 2 CAM FOLLOWERS USED IN THE DESIGN. THE PADS WEAR AND THE PLASTIC IS DISTRIBUTED THROUGH THE OIL SYSTEM OF THE BIKE AND CAN CAUSE THE ENGINE TO FAIL. THIS IS THE FIRST TYPE OF FAILURE DUE TO THE CAM FOLLOWER. THE SECOND POSSIBLE FAILURE IS WHEN THE PAD WEARS OUT COMPLETELY AND THE SPRING GOES INTO THE CAM CHAIN WHICH CAN CAUSE THE ENGINE TO FAIL. IF THE ENGINE FAILS AND LOCKS UP DUE T

2003 Harley-Davidson Flstfi questions

Does the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flstfi have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flstfi: Equipment:Other:Labels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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

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

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