2009 Harley-Davidson Fltru Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Fltru years
- Not enough data 4th of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fltru. That ranks 4th out of 9 Fltru model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 33%), typically at around 26,350 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire, 2 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 6owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 Harley-Davidson Fltru problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 33% | 26,350 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 33% | 16,015 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 33% | 21,350 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 17% | 32,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 17% | 6,057 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 17% | 6,057 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 17% | 8,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 17% | 6,057 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 Harley-Davidson Fltru recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fltru.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
This is the third time when accelerating in traffic the throttle response and engine power shifts into limp home mode. Unable to maintain a safe speed and required rapid response to clear the road and get to the shoulder.
When starting hot the compensator makes a loud grinding noise. This is a known issue from reading the harley forums. Check the harley site and there was no recall. *tr
I was driving west on interstate 80 near davis, ca in the number one lane. It was very heavy sunday afternoon traffic. Suddenly, without warning, i lost my throttle function and the motor seemed to quit running. I was barely able the maneuver three lanes over to the shoulder just avoiding an…
After a nice hour long ride, entering the highway (rt1 saugus) coming to a stop at the on ramp i applied pressure to both my front and rear brakes. My right foot pushed the brake to the floor and caused me to throttle onto the highway. My rear tire started to spin out compared to being on ice. I…
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 harley davidson flhx street glide (n/a). The contact stated that while driving 45 mph, vehicle speed decreased independently and the vehicle failed to accelerate over 10 mph. The contact also mentioned that the failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a…
Other Harley-Davidson Fltru years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Fltru | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 Fltru | 0 | 2 |
| 2017 Fltru | 3 | 2 |
| 2016 Fltru | 8 | 1 |
| 2013 Fltru | 10 | 0 |
| 2012 Fltru | 6 | 1 |
| 2011 Fltru | 22 | 1 |
| 2010 Fltru | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 | 6 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fltru?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine, power train problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fltru?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fltru a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Fltru model years, the 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.