Harley Davidson Fxdc 2009
Model Fxdc made in 2009 by Harley Davidson got 26 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 4 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to brakes, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, equipment and structure. There was one recall concerning fuel system, gasoline .
Model 2009
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE | ||||||||||||||||
| 08V625000 | HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY | from 07/22/2008 to 07/25/2008 | V (Vehicle) | 349 | 12/08/2008 | MFR | HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY | 11/26/2008 | 12/01/2008 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Harley-davidson recall no. 0136.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| SB-M-1220 | 12/08/2008 | 10032652 | Harley davidson: engine idle temperature management system. the calibration offers limited rear cylinder cooling with the motorcycle stopped while the engine is left at idle once the temperature threshold is exceeded. models 2007-08 dyna a | 04/23/2010 | |
| EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | |||||
| SB-M-1234 | 12/05/2008 | 10030773 | Harley davidson motorcycle: flywheel end play specifications were changed from 0.003-0.010 in. (0.076-0.254mm) to 0.003-0.013 in. (0.076-0.330mm). spoke torque has changed to 55 in-lbs (6.2 nm) on all spoke wheels. use spoke torque wrench | 11/30/2009 | |
| STRUCTURE - MOTORCYCLE KICKSTAND/CENTERSTAND | |||||
| SB-M-1238 | 12/18/2008 | 10032371 | Harley davidson: jiffy stand spring anchor safety recall 0137. a condition affecting the motorcycle safety exists on certain model year dyna fxd, fxdf, fxdc, fxdl, fxdb, motorcycles. these motorcycles have a jiffy stand spring anchor par | 03/12/2010 | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| SB-M-1234 | 12/05/2008 | 10030773 | Harley davidson motorcycle: flywheel end play specifications were changed from 0.003-0.010 in. (0.076-0.254mm) to 0.003-0.013 in. (0.076-0.330mm). spoke torque has changed to 55 in-lbs (6.2 nm) on all spoke wheels. use spoke torque wrench | 11/30/2009 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRAKES | |||
| 07/04/2012 | 10733 | 1 | |
| 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 rear brake function. after looking on the internet for a replacement, not only did i find a recall concerning the same problem (nhtsa campaign id #11v506000) for harley-davidson touring and trike models; but i found several forum posts where harley-davidson fxd owners were having the same problem. my own local dealership has replaced 2 within the last year. although the switch on the fxd models has a different part number, it is very similar to the ones on the touring and trike models. it has the same problem as it is located too close to the rear exhaust mufflers. by my understanding, the heat radiating from the mufflers is heating the switch to the point that the switch's inner pressure diaphram ruptures. i contacted my local harley-davidson dealership to see if they would honor the recall on my model, but they would not. harley-davidson does have a new version of this switch (72026-08[a]) for my model. but due to the danger and severity of this problem, i am trying to find an aftermarket version that will be less likely to fail. *tr | |||
| 07/04/2012 | 10733 | ||
| 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 rear brake function. after looking on the internet for a replacement, not only did i find a recall concerning the same problem (nhtsa campain id #11v506000) for harley-davidson touring and trike models; but i found several forum posts where harley-davidson fxd owners were having the same problem. my own local dealership has replaced 2 within the last year. although the switch on the fxd models has a different part number, it is very similar to the ones on the touring and trike models. it has the same problem as it is located too close to the rear exhaust mufflers. by my understanding, the heat radiating from the mufflers is heating the switch to the point that the switch's inner pressure diaphram ruptures. i contacted my local harley-davidson dealership to see if they would honor the recall on my model, but they would not. harley-davidson does have a new version of this switch (72026-08[a]) for my model. but due to the danger and severity of this problem, i am trying to find an aftermarket version that will be less likely to fail. | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 07/04/2012 | 10733 | 1 | |
| 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 rear brake function. after looking on the internet for a replacement, not only did i find a recall concerning the same problem (nhtsa campaign id #11v506000) for harley-davidson touring and trike models; but i found several forum posts where harley-davidson fxd owners were having the same problem. my own local dealership has replaced 2 within the last year. although the switch on the fxd models has a different part number, it is very similar to the ones on the touring and trike models. it has the same problem as it is located too close to the rear exhaust mufflers. by my understanding, the heat radiating from the mufflers is heating the switch to the point that the switch's inner pressure diaphram ruptures. i contacted my local harley-davidson dealership to see if they would honor the recall on my model, but they would not. harley-davidson does have a new version of this switch (72026-08[a]) for my model. but due to the danger and severity of this problem, i am trying to find an aftermarket version that will be less likely to fail. *tr | |||
| 07/04/2012 | 10733 | ||
| 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 rear brake function. after looking on the internet for a replacement, not only did i find a recall concerning the same problem (nhtsa campain id #11v506000) for harley-davidson touring and trike models; but i found several forum posts where harley-davidson fxd owners were having the same problem. my own local dealership has replaced 2 within the last year. although the switch on the fxd models has a different part number, it is very similar to the ones on the touring and trike models. it has the same problem as it is located too close to the rear exhaust mufflers. by my understanding, the heat radiating from the mufflers is heating the switch to the point that the switch's inner pressure diaphram ruptures. i contacted my local harley-davidson dealership to see if they would honor the recall on my model, but they would not. harley-davidson does have a new version of this switch (72026-08[a]) for my model. but due to the danger and severity of this problem, i am trying to find an aftermarket version that will be less likely to fail. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 04/21/2010 | 1100 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2010 harley davidson ultra screaming eagle.model fl ht cuse5 purchased on 4/21/10. as you are riding the motorcycle, turing or idling, it just dies on you, you never know when it will not die. it was taken to the dealership, it would not idle it . it was taken to the harley dealership they couldn't duplicate the failure, the plugs were changed they would not admit there was a problem with the bike. he call the manufacturer, he was given reference # 1095663, and was told the problem was driver induced.and they could have a rep to check, it out, the rep check it out and he said the bike was safe, he rode the bike for two hours, the very next day the, he received a call and was advised the bike was during everything he said the bike was doing. there is problems with the bike and it is still at the dealership, and the issues with the bike has not been resolved.the failure mileage was 1100 and current mileage was 1400....dwh | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||
| 10/01/2012 | 5000 | ||
| 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 have not seen that problem before. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was out of warranty. the failure mileage was 5,000. pmb | |||
| 10/01/2012 | 5000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2009 harley davidson fxdc. the contact stated that the headlight has failed. the contact stated that the while he drove the vehicle the head light vibrates 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 have not seen that problem before. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified and they stated that the vehicle was out of warranty. the failure mileage was 5,000. ap | |||
| 11/19/2011 | 454 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2012 harley davidson super glide custom motorcycle (n/a). the contact stated that the tail lights were leaking water. there was water entering the tail lights and turn signals when the contact had the vehicle washed or when it rained. the contact was concerned that the failure would cause a short in the bulbs. the contact took the vehicle to a dealer where the dealer advised that the parts were assembled correctly but he could seal the light covers with silicone. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 454. kmj | |||
| 11/19/2011 | 454 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2012 harley davidson super glide custom (n/a). the contact stated the tail lights and turn signal leaks water. water enters the tail lights and turn signals by washing the vehicle and driving in the rain. the contact stated the water can short out the bulb. the contact took the vehicle to a dealer. the dealer stated the parts were assemble correctly. the dealer also stated they could seal the light covers with silicone. the dealer did not provide any remedy repair to the tail lights. the failure mileage was 454. jo | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS - SWITCH | |||
| 07/04/2012 | 10733 | 1 | |
| 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 rear brake function. after looking on the internet for a replacement, not only did i find a recall concerning the same problem (nhtsa campaign id #11v506000) for harley-davidson touring and trike models; but i found several forum posts where harley-davidson fxd owners were having the same problem. my own local dealership has replaced 2 within the last year. although the switch on the fxd models has a different part number, it is very similar to the ones on the touring and trike models. it has the same problem as it is located too close to the rear exhaust mufflers. by my understanding, the heat radiating from the mufflers is heating the switch to the point that the switch's inner pressure diaphram ruptures. i contacted my local harley-davidson dealership to see if they would honor the recall on my model, but they would not. harley-davidson does have a new version of this switch (72026-08[a]) for my model. but due to the danger and severity of this problem, i am trying to find an aftermarket version that will be less likely to fail. *tr | |||
| SEATS - MOTORCYCLE | |||
| 07/13/2009 | 150 | 1 | |
| 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 | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||
| 11/19/2011 | 454 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2012 harley davidson super glide custom motorcycle (n/a). the contact stated that the tail lights were leaking water. there was water entering the tail lights and turn signals when the contact had the vehicle washed or when it rained. the contact was concerned that the failure would cause a short in the bulbs. the contact took the vehicle to a dealer where the dealer advised that the parts were assembled correctly but he could seal the light covers with silicone. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 454. kmj | |||
| 11/19/2011 | 454 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2012 harley davidson super glide custom (n/a). the contact stated the tail lights and turn signal leaks water. water enters the tail lights and turn signals by washing the vehicle and driving in the rain. the contact stated the water can short out the bulb. the contact took the vehicle to a dealer. the dealer stated the parts were assemble correctly. the dealer also stated they could seal the light covers with silicone. the dealer did not provide any remedy repair to the tail lights. the failure mileage was 454. jo | |||
| STRUCTURE - MOTORCYCLE KICKSTAND/CENTERSTAND | |||
| 05/09/2009 | 4500 | 1 | |
| My new harley davidson superglide custom lost its kick stand with my wife on the back doing 55 down the road!this was very dangerous! *tr | |||
| 12/20/2008 | 0 | 1 | |
| Harley davidson fxdc recall. received ltr on 20 dec 2008 about recall and went to dealer and placed name on list and as of this date dealer has not received parts yet. letter stated parts would start shipping 22 dec 2008. i think this is to long of time to wait for repair. hope you would look into problem. thanks *tr updated 04/21/09.*jb | |||