MYRModel Year Report

2003 Harley-Davidson Fxdl

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2003 Harley-Davidson Fxdl
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:49:56.759Z

Only 7 complaints 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 7 complaints 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 Fxdl Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 1999: 3 complaints 1999 2000: 3 complaints 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2003: 7 complaints 2003 2004: 1 complaints 2004 2006: 0 complaints 2007: 1 complaints 2007 2008: 6 complaints 2009: 5 complaints 2009 2014: 3 complaints 2015: 0 complaints 2015 2016: 1 complaints 2016
2003: 7 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
19993
20003
20013
20037
20041
20060
20071
20086
20095
20143
20150
20161

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

2 of 7 total reports mention: power train.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 7 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

SUSPENSION

1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension.

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

1 of 7 total reports mentions: fuel system, other.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 7 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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 Fxdl — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension 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 Fxdl 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 Fxdl?

The most-reported component is power train:manual transmission, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Harley-Davidson Fxdl 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.