MYRModel Year Report

2003 Harley-Davidson Softail

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2003 Harley-Davidson Softail
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:26:40.072Z

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 Softail Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1996: 3 complaints 1997: 1 complaints 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 0 complaints 2000: 7 complaints 2001: 2 complaints 2001 2002: 4 complaints 2003: 7 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2004 2005: 4 complaints 2007: 2 complaints 2008: 1 complaints 2008 2010: 1 complaints 2011: 3 complaints 2012: 3 complaints 2012 2013: 1 complaints 2013
2003: 7 complaints
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YearComplaints
19953
19963
19971
19983
19990
20007
20012
20024
20037
20044
20054
20072
20081
20101
20113
20123
20131

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

STRUCTURE

2 of 7 total reports mention: structure.

INJURY
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WHEN GETTING OFF OF BACK OF HARLEY DAVIDSON MY LEG GOT CAUGHT ON THE LICENSE PLATE AND TORE MY LEG OPEN. WENT TO ER WHERE I HAD TO HAVE STITCHES ON THE INSIDE OF THE WOUND AND ON THE OUTSIDE. VERY PAINFUL!

NHTSA ODI report, 20030712

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2 of 7 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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MY BROTHER HAD A LOW SPEED (UNDER 20 MPH) CRASH ON A 2003 HARLEY HERITAGE SOFTAIL. UPON HITTING THE GROUND, THE BIKE BURST INTO FLAMES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20031102

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 HARLEY DAVIDSON SOFT TALE DEUCE MOTORCYCLE. WHILE EXAMINING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FUEL LINE WAS CAUSING FRICTION TO THE INNER FUEL TANK AND BORE SEVERAL HOLES IN THE FUEL LINE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120417

TIRES

1 of 7 total reports mentions: tires.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

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

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GASOLINE LEAK FROM FUEL LINE ON HARLEY-DAVIDSON FWSTI 2003. *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20030404

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

1 of 7 total reports mentions: equipment adaptive/mobility.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Harley-Davidson Softail — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 Harley-Davidson Softail 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 Softail?

The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Harley-Davidson Softail 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.