2004 Harley-Davidson Flht
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 0 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 4 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2004 | 1 |
| 2005 | 1 |
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2007 | 4 |
| 2008 | 4 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2019 | 3 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: engine and engine cooling.
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ON ALL HARLEY DAVIDSON TWIN CAM 88 CI ENGINES YEARS 2004-2006 THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE INTERNAL CAM CHAIN TENSIONERS. THE SPRING LOADED TENSIONERS BURN OUT AS EARLY AS 25000 MILES WHICH IF NOT DETECTED MAY HAVE CAUSED SOME ACCIDENTS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20090920
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2004 Harley-Davidson Flht — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2004 Harley-Davidson Flht reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Harley-Davidson Flht?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Harley-Davidson Flht have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.