At 32,000. Miles both fuel lines at bottom of fuel tank started squirting fuel all over hot engine while riding and caught fire ! ! Replaceable o rings did not solve problem internal leak in both fittings 0
The worst 1999 Harley-Davidson Flhtci problems
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- Engine2
- Electrical1
- Fuel system1
- Lights1
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- Engine2
- Electrical1
- Fuel system1
- Lights1
Recalls 2
Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
- What is wrong
- On certain touring and police model motorcycles, the 40 amp main circuit breaker can "open" for reasons other than which it was designed, causing an unexpected interruption of all electrical power to the motorcycle.
- Risk
- This condition could cause the motorcycle to stall, which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the circuit breaker. Owner notification began april 23, 2004. Owners should contact harley-davidson at 1‑414‑343‑4056.
Recall number 04V134000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: motorcycles. The engine cam bolt can lose its clamp load and/or break.
- Risk
- This condition can cause the engine to quit running with or without prior warning. In some instances, the engine could run erratically before quitting.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the engine cam bolts and washers.
Recall number 99V003000 · Recall details
What 1999 Harley-Davidson Flhtci owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Dt: the consumer washaving a problem with recall repairs done. He has called the dealership for 5 weeks and no one could help him. The consumer stated that every time that he went to the dealer, they said that they have already giave out all the parts. The dealer kept telling the consumer that he needed to go to another dealership. The consumer tried to call the manufacturer and the consumer kept getting a taped message that the manufacturer will open at 8 am and it has been after 9 am when the consumer h called. The motorcycle stalled and t mis fired.. The recall is on the circuit breaker. The consumer was at a lower speed of about 35 MPH. The bike has stalled once, and since then, themotorcycle has been mis firing. The maintance was regularly kept. On the bike. The owners motorcycle is a 1999 harley davidson flhtc1 and received the federal safety agency 04v13400 and harleys # 0113. The consumer was upset that this motorcycly has not been included in the recall due to VIN.
Harley davidson reports engine failures occur as a result of cam bearing failure. Harley will not supply information necessary for me to determine if my engine is subject to failure. Therefore, I am unable to determine if I should spend the $806.00 required to replace the bearings. Engine failure on a motorcycle can be deadly and it is imperitive that harley davidson provide a detailed description of the reasons and causes of this bearing failure so that I can determine if I need to make repairs. Any help you can provide will be appreciated.
Buttom on the handlebars initiate the turn signals, when the button on the turning signal comes on and is supposed to stay on until you finish the turn. The signal turn off too quickly and you have to turn them on three times to get through a corner.
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Questions about the 1999 Harley-Davidson Flhtci
Is the 1999 Harley-Davidson Flhtci reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1999 Harley-Davidson Flhtci, 2.5 times a typical Flhtci model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1999 Harley-Davidson Flhtci?
Engine and cooling, with 2 complaints. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 1999 Harley-Davidson Flhtci have?
2 recalls, covering electrical system and engine and engine cooling.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Harley-Davidson Flhtci engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 99V003000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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