2003 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2003 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide, but owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA.

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Recalls may cover only some 2003 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2003 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	8
Engine and Engine Cooling	2
Suspension	1
Power Train	1
Steering	1

Most reported parts

Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses and Circuit Breakers — 3
Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe — 1
Power Train › Manual Transmission › Shift Pattern Indicator — 1
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 9,075 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2003 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 25,000 miles · reported Jun 19, 2007

The contact owns a 2003 harley davidson electra glide. While driving 70 MPH, the engine shut off and all electrical power was lost. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle restarted and has not yet been diagnosed. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage is 25,500 and failure mileage was 25,000.

Electrical System · at 5,000 miles · reported Jun 22, 2005

Dt: without warning the motorcycle lost power. The headlights and all electrical components malfunctioned. Dealer has motorcycle now and cannot anything wrong with it. Manufacturer is waiting to see what the dealer says.

Electrical System · at 15,000 miles · reported Feb 16, 2005

My 2003 harley davidson classic motorcycle intermintely shuts down while iam riding it.it has done this over the past year. Iwas almost involved in two accidents due to this condition. Harley replaced the main breaker,however the bike still shuts down totally while riding.when this happnes it is as if the ignation was shut down or the battery suddenly removed everything dies. I had it into a harley dealer a couple of weeks ago and they couldnt find the problem, it happened again and again I almost was involved in an accident . The motorclcle is in the harley shop again, and they are…

Electrical System · reported May 25, 2004

Consumer received a recall notice(0302 - replacement of a fuse amp) but there were not parts available. Service manger mike dillinger.

Steering · at 12,628 miles · reported Dec 10, 2003

While driving on flat surfaces the motorcycle veers left. If you remove your hands from the handlebars the bike will cross the centerline of the road. The dealer said this was a normal condition. Problem is ongoing since new.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2003 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2003 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (8 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 9,075 miles.

Are Harley-Davidson recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Harley-Davidson dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.