2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdb Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Fxdb years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdb. That is the most of any Fxdb model year in the database (8 years). The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (4 complaints, 24%), typically at around 4,300 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 2 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 17owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdb 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 24% | 4,300 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 18% | 5,200 | — | — |
| Tires | 3 | 18% | 5,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 6% | 6,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 6% | 22,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 6% | 20 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 6% | 1 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 6% | 13,500 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 6% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 6% | 8,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdb recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Structure:motorcycle:kickstand/center stand
Problem: Harley-davidson is recalling 3,285 my 2009 fxd, fxdf, fxdc, fxdl, and fxdb motorcycles. The jiffy stand spring anchor may have been built with a defective weld that may allow the jiffy stand assembly to not retract as intended.
Risk: This condition could lead to a crash which could cause injury or death to the rider.
Fix: Dealers will remove the original jiffy stand spring anchor and replace it with a new spring anchor free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about december 22, 2008. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4680.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage
Problem: Harley-davidson is recalling 349 my 2009 fxdb, fxdc, fxdf, and fxdl motorcycles. These motorcycles have a fuel tank vent tube assembly, part no. 27389-04a, which may have been produced with a defective ultrasonic weld on the anti-slosh valve.
Risk: If the valve separates and the bike is tipped over, it may leak fuel. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel vent tube assembly and, if necessary, replace it. The recall is expected to begin on or about december 8, 2008. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.
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.
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I actually have a 2009 harley-davidson super glide custom (fxdc) with a harley-davidson street bob (fxdb) rear fender assembly. The rear fender was installed in 2011 by a harley-davidson dealership in daytona beach, florida. Since i had the rear fender installed, i have put approximately 2000 miles…
When the motorcycle is parked and the ambient temperature begins to rise, usually around 80 degrees f and up, there is a steady drip of gas from the tank overflow tube. This occurs with the fuel level at full, 3/4, 1/2 and sometimes even lower. I have taken the bike in to the local hd…
The bikes fuel gauge has never worked since the original purchase of this bike. It has never been taken to a dealer to be "fixed" because after doing some research it appears that there is no fix for the faulty gauge. *kb
Dear sirs: on december 5, 2010 while making a left turn into a driveway my harley davidson tri-glide (vin [xxx]) model flhtcutg (this model # was not allowed in a following field) accelerated unexpectedly and tipped on its side throwing me off and then into a fence. I was transported from the scene…
Other Harley-Davidson Fxdb years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 Fxdb | 2 | 0 |
| 2015 Fxdb | 2 | 0 |
| 2013 Fxdb | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 Fxdb | 2 | 0 |
| 2010 Fxdb | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | 17 | 2 |
| 2008 Fxdb | 4 | 1 |
| 2007 Fxdb | 3 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdb?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, service brakes, hydraulic, tires problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdb?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdb a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Fxdb model years, the 2009 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.