Tl* the contact owns a 2004 harley-davidson fxdi motorcycle. The contact noticed a fuel odor emitting from the motorcycle. The fuel level lowered and fuel was leaking onto the spark plug wires, which caused the engine to overheat. The contact informed the dealer where it was diagnosed that fuel was leaking out of the check valve/ pit cock. The fuel system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 3,200.
The worst 2004 Harley-Davidson Fxdi problems
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- Fuel system2
- Acceleration1
- Engine1
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- Fuel system2
- Acceleration1
- Engine1
Recalls 1
Vehicle speed control: cables
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the throttle cables come into contact with the tunnel portion of the fuel tank.
- Risk
- In this condition, the cables could eventually wear through the tank, causing a fuel leak. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the cable and tank, reposition the cable and, if necessary, repair or replace the tank and/or cables free of charge. The recall began on october 31, 2005. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1‑414‑343‑4056.
Recall number 05V430000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2004 Harley-Davidson Fxdi 4
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What 2004 Harley-Davidson Fxdi owners say
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Tl* the contact owns a 2004 harley-davidson fxdi. The contact stated when parking, fuel was discovered leaking from the bottom of the tank and onto the fuel line. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 3,200.
Tl*- the contact received a recall for 2004 harley davidson super glide fxdi concerning the throttle cable to be replaced. The contact stated that he took the motorcycle to dealer on 12/27/06, and was told by the mechanic that there was another recall for the gas tank or gas cable. Presently, the dealership has the motorcycle, and was told that they needed authorization from harley to get the parts for the repair. The contact has called the manufacture and they said they would contact the dealership. The contact stated that the dealership did call him 01/09/06, and told him to come pick up the motorcycle, because its will take 8 weeks before the part came in. The dealership informed the contact that he could ride the motorcycle, but was initially told that he should not ride his bike until the recalled parts were repaired. The contact stated that he will not be picking his bike up because he knows this bike in not safe to ride. Updated 02/22/07.
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Is the 2004 Harley-Davidson Fxdi reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2004 Harley-Davidson Fxdi, close to a typical Fxdi model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 Harley-Davidson Fxdi?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 2 complaints. Next is acceleration (1).
How many recalls does the 2004 Harley-Davidson Fxdi have?
1 recall, covering vehicle speed control.
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