2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdc Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Fxdc years
- Not enough data 1st of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdc. That is the most of any Fxdc model year in the database (6 years). The most reported problem area is exterior lighting (2 complaints, 29%), typically at around 7,867 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 7owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdc 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 29% | 7,867 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 29% | 4,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 14% | 10,733 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 14% | 1,100 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 14% | 2,870 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 14% | 150 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 14% | 10,733 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdc 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.
Recall #0613 repaired by red rock harley davidson nevada california dmv states i need a certificate . I sent them a letter from hd and the invoice of the recall correction . They will not issue me a new registration and i lost 6 months of driving time
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 harley davidson fxdc. The contact stated that the headlights failed. The contact stated that while he drove the head lights vibrated and the rivets were not holding the light in place properly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated that they…
The rear brake light switch / banjo bolt (pn: 72026-08) failed on my 2009 harley-davidson superglide custom (fxdc) causing the rear brake lights to stay on which ended up burning and melting the rear brake light lens covers. The switch also started leaking brake fluid out its end causing me to lose…
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 harley davidson ultra screaming eagle fl ht cuse5 motorcycle. The contact stated that when driving at various speeds, the vehicle would stall without warning. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure yet the spark plugs were replaced at that time. The manufacturer…
2009 harley davidson road glide cvo. Seat is too short for the new extended frame. While riding motorcycle around 60mph, the front of the seat became disconnected causing a major safety issue as the seat is then able to slide. *tr
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdc?
Owners most often report exterior lighting, structure, electrical system problems. The top one, exterior lighting, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdc?
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 Fxdc a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Fxdc model years, the 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.