2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtci Recalls, Complaints & Specs
2 safety recalls list the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtci, and owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. Check your own VIN below.
2 safety recalls for the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtci
Most recent first. Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. Click a recall for the full defect, consequence and remedy text.
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Tail lights (exterior lighting)
On certain dyna, xl, and touring motorcycles, the tail light bulb can fall out of the socket.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the bulbs. Owner notification began on june 3, 2004. Owners should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4680.
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Fuses and circuit breakers (electrical system)
On certain touring and police model motorcycles, the 40 amp main circuit breaker can "open" for reasons other than which it was designed, causing an unexpected interruption of all electrical power to the motorcycle.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the circuit breaker. Owner notification began april 23, 2004. Owners should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.
2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Owners of the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtci have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The average mileage at failure in those reports is 27,980 miles. Complaints peaked in 2004 with 1 filed that year.
Most-reported components
What owners are reporting
“My 2003 harleydavidson flhtci had the clips come loose on the front fender wiring to the tip light just like the 2001 recall resulting in frayed wires and a short circuit. *tr”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, January 10, 2008 · Electrical system
“Consumer received NHTSA recall 04v134000 subject regarding defective circuit breaker. Consumer contacted the dealer for an appointment. Dealer refused to perform recall repairs because consumer did no”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, May 4, 2004 · Electrical system
Compare Harley-Davidson Flhtci model years
Recall and complaint counts for every Harley-Davidson Flhtci model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 1 | 1 |
| 1998 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 1 | 2 |
| 1999 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 2 | 5 |
| 2000 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 1 | 6 |
| 2001 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 2 | 6 |
| 2002 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 2 | 2 |
| 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 2 | 2 |
| 2004 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 0 | 2 |
| 2006 Harley-Davidson Flhtci | 0 | 4 |
Checking a specific 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtci
How do I know if my 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtci has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle. 2 campaigns currently list the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtci; your car may already have been repaired under some of them.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised Harley-Davidson dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number (for example 04V134000).
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
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Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.