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. While riding approximately 25 MPH, the two side upright bars randomly failed and caused the backrest to come out of place. The contact called the manufacturer and harley davidson sent a replacement. Four years after the replacement was received, the right side of the upright handle bars failed while riding 50 MPH. The rear passenger nearly fell from the vehicle. The rear passenger sustained a cut to her hand. The manufacturer was not notified of the second failure because the contact felt that the issue was not handled properly the first time. The failure mileage for the first incident was 45,000 and current mileage was 68,000. The consumer sent the backrest to the manufacturer and found that the backrest had a stress on the left side. Updated 08/05/08.
The worst 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtc problems
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Recalls 1
Exterior lighting: tail lights
- What is wrong
- On certain dyna, xl, and touring motorcycles, the tail light bulb can fall out of the socket.
- Risk
- The tail light and the brake light become inoperative, which could lead to a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the bulbs. Owner notification began on june 3, 2004. Owners should contact harley-davidson at 1‑414‑342‑4680.
Recall number 04V218000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtc 6
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Battery warranty guidelines
- Market specific battery introduction
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Genuine motor parts and motor accessories bulletin PAB1158: oil filter packaging and case quantity update
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Genuine motor parts and motor accessories bulletin PAB1146: 68193-95 bulb wedge, fender tip lamp.
What 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtc owners say
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Questions about the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtc
Is the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtc reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtc, fewer than a typical Flhtc model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtc?
Body and structure, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2003 Harley-Davidson Flhtc have?
1 recall, covering exterior lighting.
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