MYRModel Year Report

2004 Harley-Davidson Vrsca

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2004 Harley-Davidson Vrsca
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:28:26.078Z

Only 2 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 2 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 Vrsca Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2004 highlighted. 2002: 13 complaints 2002 2003: 9 complaints 2003 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2006: 7 complaints 2006 2007: 2 complaints 2007
2004: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
200213
20039
20042
20050
20067
20072

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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THE FUEL GAUGE ON MY 2004 HARLEY DAVIDSON VRSCA DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY. WHEN ITS FILLED UP THE NEEDLE DISAPEARS PAST THE FULL MARK AND WHEN ITS CLOSE TO EMPTY IT MIGHT BE ANYWHERE BETWEEN 3/4 TANK AND 1/4 TANK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120115

ENGINE

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine.

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WHILE RUNNING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS WHEN I DOWN SHIFT OR COME TO A STOP THE MOTOR SHUTS DOWN. THE LOCAL DEALER SAYS THAT HAPPENS I'VE HAD MANY MECHANICS LOOK AT IT NO PERSON CAN FIND OUT WHY. I'M IN DANGER EVERY TIME.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200826

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20090326 — exterior lighting

HARLEY-DAVIDSON IS RECALLING 97 LED TURN SIGNAL MOUNTING KITS, P/NOS. 69951-08 (BLACK) AND 69593-08 (CHROME), FOR INSTALLATION ON MY 2002 THROUGH 2009 VRSC MODEL MOTORCYCLES (EXCLUDING VRSCF MODEL).

Remedy: HARLEY-DAVIDSON WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND WILL REMOVE AND REPLACE THE EXISTING BRACKET WITH A NEW BRACKET, P/NO. 70497-08A, FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 26, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HARLEY

Campaign 09E007000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 Harley-Davidson Vrsca — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 09E007000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 Harley-Davidson Vrsca 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 Vrsca?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 Harley-Davidson Vrsca 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.