MYRModel Year Report

2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtc

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2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtc
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:29:16.014Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Harley-Davidson Flhtc Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1989: 3 complaints 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1992: 3 complaints 1993: 2 complaints 1994: 8 complaints 1994 1995: 6 complaints 1996: 2 complaints 1997: 1 complaints 1997 1998: 3 complaints 1999: 6 complaints 2000: 1 complaints 2000 2001: 7 complaints 2002: 2 complaints 2003: 1 complaints 2003 2005: 3 complaints 2007: 14 complaints 2008: 15 complaints 2008 2009: 19 complaints 2010: 7 complaints 2011: 4 complaints 2011 2012: 2 complaints 2013: 1 complaints 2013
2003: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19830
19840
19893
19902
19923
19932
19948
19956
19962
19971
19983
19996
20001
20017
20022
20031
20053
200714
200815
200919
20107
20114
20122
20131

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STRUCTURE

1 of 1 total report mentions: structure.

INJURY
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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20080619

EQUIPMENT

1 of 1 total report mentions: equipment.

INJURY
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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20080619

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20040603 — 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.

Campaign 04V218000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtc — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for equipment issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 04V218000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtc 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 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtc?

The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtc have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.