2000 Harley-Davidson Flhtcui Electrical system Problems

“Alternator on 2000 model harley davidson ultra classic motorcycles were knowingly installed (see harley davidson service bulletin m-1111 dated fbe.16,2001)on this year motorcycle with a mismatched stator/rotor combination. In doing so the stator being undersized fails under normal driving conditions. Mine failed on me. I , since have found out that this was a known problem to harley davidson and they did not perform a recall to correct this dangerous situation. All persons owning this year motorcycle have had to replace these stators at their own expense. …”

“While driving 65 m.p.h. On highway with passenger, experienced complete electrical system shutdown, resulting in a dangerous emergency stop in rural area. Repairing dealer informed me that the stator had burned up, and needed to be replaced with a new heavy-duty design. An h-d service bulletin stipulated warranty replacement only if stator failed within first 12,000 miles, even though stator failure is known to be a widespread problem. My motorcycle had less than 16,000 miles when failure occurred. …”

“Unexpected complete shut-down of engine and electrical system. Usually happens at slow speeds, in first, second, or third gear. Has been happening more often. Once a month then once a week, now almost every day. Have replaced fork keyed lock electrical switch once in past year. Have also been experiencing momentary engine hesitations as if ignition were interrupted for a moment. Happens all the time but not at any regular intervals.”

“The problem indicated in the circuit breaker recall 04v134000 occurred while driving at 75 MPH over a bridge on the freeway. The motorcycle regained power within 45 seconds, but this almost resulted in an accident. Motorcycle was taken to a dealership, but they did not provide any assistance. The failure recurred within 6,000 miles. This vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN.”

“Complete electrical system shutdown likely caused by same problem as addressed in NHTSA recall campaign 04v134000. The main circuit breaker opens without warning and causes a complete failure of all systems. This affected my 2000 Flhtcui and poses an extremely dangerous situation where all systems, including lights fail. This could easily result in a fatal accident if it occurs in a high traffic condition.”