2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdb problems, complaints & recalls

2014-06-12 · Wheels · 8,000 mi

“message: to who it may concern, has anyone every mentioned the problem with harley davidson model fat bob 2008 and on, the problem with the front tire dunlap 427 made especially for fat bob cupping (lumping of tread) causing vibrations bad uneven wear can cause front tire not flush to pavement in cornering. every hd fat bob bikes i have come …”

2013-12-03 · Structure:body · 13,500 mi

“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 on the motorcycle. on november 16, 2013, i was was…”

2013-05-06 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 22,000 mi

“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 dealership(04/30/2013) and they replaced an anti-slosh valve and…”

2011-08-02 · Fuel System, Other:storage:fuel Gauge System · 1 mi

“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…”

2011-04-30 · Electrical System · 6,000 mi · 💥 crash

“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 by ambulance with minor injuries (broken ribs) …”

2010-08-18 · Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System · 5,800 mi

“for the third time i have sustained a second degree burn on my lower right leg when aboard my 2009 harley davidson electra glide. this occurs when i stop the bike to park it or get gas and my leg contacts the exhaust pipe juncture just aft of the rider floorboard. the burn is sustained immediately on any contact with the exhaust pipe which is pro…”

2010-07-09 · Vehicle Speed Control · 15,000 mi

“the contact owns a 2009 harley davison road glide motorcycle. while driving 55-65 mph the contact stated the vehicle went into a limp home mode. he stated the vehicle would not accelerate more than 200 rmps. he stated this was very unsafe when traveling on the highway. he stated the failure has occurred four times. he stated the dealer was unable …”

2009-12-08 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 100 mi

“excessive engine heat on the 2009 harley-davidson ultra tri-glide motor cycle, model flhtcutg! engine oil temperatures run around 300 degrees and infrared temperature readings on rider's jean pant leg are 140 degrees! harley says this is normal! i have burn scare on my leg that says this should not be normal! *tr…”

2009-11-25 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 5,200 mi

“while riding my 2009 harley davidson streetglide my abs braking system appeared to fail. i was at a stop waiting for traffic to clear so that i could safely pull out. when i started to pull out a car "from nowhere" appeared. i had to brake. when i did, the abs braking system activated and caused the motorcycle to "freewheel" .in other words my brak…”

2009-10-30 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 2,800 mi · 💥 crash

“tl* the contact owns a 2009 harley davidson screaming eagle road glide fltrse3. he attempting to make a turn after exiting a parking space, but the engine misfired. he lost vehicle control, and then crashed onto the roadway. there were personal injuries including fractures to the left ankle and ribs. the failure was contributed to the heat man…”