2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdl Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Fxdl years
- Not enough data 3rd of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdl. That ranks 3rd out of 12 Fxdl model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (2 complaints, 40%), typically at around 19,054 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 5owner 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 Fxdl 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 | 40% | 19,054 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 20% | 1 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 20% | 3,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 20% | 6,100 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdl 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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 harley davidson street glide (na).while traveling 55 mph, the motorcycle speed decreased to 15 mph and a light illuminated on the speedometer. The motorcycle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 31,007.
Serious over heating of engine when driving. Hot enough to cause burns on right side of engine. At 5,000 mile service all fuel lines had to be replaced as they were melted from heat. I have complained to 2 different dealers about this and was told it was "normal". *tr
Loud clank at startup in front of primary. Compensator problem. Spoken to multiple technicians who have said that the oem harley davidson compensators on the 09 96 cubic inch motors has had multiple issues. If this compensator fails while cruising it could be catastrophic and cause serious injury…
Rear wheel bearing failed at 6,100 miles. *tr
During routine operation of new motorcycle, normal application of front brake results in brake fluid leak at junction of front brake master cylinder and front brake master cylinder cover. Brake fluid erodes painted surfaces at junction of master cylinder and master cylinder cover, resulting in…
Other Harley-Davidson Fxdl years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 Fxdl | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 Fxdl | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 Fxdl | 3 | 2 |
| 2009 | 5 | 2 |
| 2008 Fxdl | 6 | 1 |
| 2007 Fxdl | 1 | 1 |
| 2006 Fxdl | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 Fxdl | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 Fxdl | 7 | 1 |
| 2001 Fxdl | 3 | 0 |
| 2000 Fxdl | 3 | 0 |
| 1999 Fxdl | 3 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdl?
Owners most often report power train, engine and engine cooling, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdl?
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 Fxdl a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Fxdl model years, the 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.