Menu

2009 Harley-Davidson FxdlProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 5 owner complaints about the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdl, most often about the power train. It is covered by 2 safety recalls.

–
CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls2Free fix at dealersOwner complaints50 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage19kPower train, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 11, 2015. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdl has problems

5 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Power train20
Engine and engine cooling10
Service brakes, hydraulic10
Wheels10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

2 recalls

2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdl recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

–no report yet

Motorcycle: kickstand/center stand

Recall 08V-659 · Dec 15, 2008 · 3,285 vehicles

Risk. THIS CONDITION COULD LEAD TO A CRASH WHICH COULD CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH TO THE RIDER.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Harley-Davidson.

Best & worst years

2009 vs. every other Fxdl year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Fxdl median. How we score

'99'00'01'03'04'06'07'08'09'14'15'16
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What Fxdl owners report

Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

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.
Complaint 10715706 · May 11, 2015 · 31,007 miles
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…
Complaint 10386621 · Mar 6, 2011 · 7,100 miles

Own a 2009 Fxdl?

Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.