2009 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu engine problems

Filed Jun 29, 2022 · Engine, Transmission · NY

The guard/spring housing locater on the rotor behind the drive sprocket developed a fatigue crack, it propagated approximately half way around the circumference before separating and then being pulled thru between the drive chain and sprocket . this caused the drive train to seize up locking up the engine and rear wheel and damaging the engine. being a motorcycle this can lead to a serious injury or death crash. fortunately for me it let go at low speed.

Filed Aug 25, 2016 · Engine · 12,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 harley-davidson flhtcu electra glide. While driving 70 MPH, the engine began to idle without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that an electrical connector for the throttle body failed and needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 12,000.

Filed Jan 22, 2016 · Engine · CA

The original compensator sprocket was found to be inadequate by harly in 2011 and a se model was required to replace it. After the usual 20 to 30 thousand miles this problem should be/is not covered in a recall even though a defective part was originally used.

Filed Sep 29, 2014 · Engine · CA

2009 harley davidson ultra classic (flhtcu). Consumer writes in regards to compensator sprocket engine defect. *smd the consumer stated at 11,900 the engine starter failed. The dealer fixed the started and ring gear under warranty. The manufacturer agreed to replace the starter and clutch basket, but charged the consumer the warranty claim fee. After the starter and battery were replaced. The problem returned. The dealer replaced the starter ring gear and clutch assembly again. The manufacturer agreed to pay for the parts, but not the labor. The problem returned again, not realizing the new parts did not fix the problem. The compensator sprocket had to be replaced again.

Filed Aug 30, 2014 · Acceleration, Electrical · 25,267 miles · TN

Engine went into idle mode and had no throttle response. Seems to be a common problem with the throttle by wire tbw. Can happen at any operating speeds.

Filed Jun 6, 2013 · Electrical, Engine · 15,245 miles · MA

Traveling on major highway and the speed drops to 15 MPH harley davidson calls it limp mode , second time it has happened not fun on the highway. Harley dealer says they cannot find anything wrong.

Filed Jan 30, 2012 · Engine · 16,000 miles · AZ

Engine suddenly stalls and quits. No power. Check engine light comes on. After shutting off the ignition and turning it back on, engine is operational again.

Filed Nov 30, 2011 · Acceleration, Electrical · 29,000 miles · LA

The vehicle's electronic throttle suddenly acts erratic sometimes revving the engine unexpectedly and sometimes going into "limp mode" causing a sudden loss of power in traffic and creating a dangerous situation.

Filed Aug 16, 2011 · Engine · 47,500 miles · OK

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 harley davison flhtcui (n/a). The contact stated that there was an increase in engine rpms without engaging the throttle and the engine rpms increased to their maximum. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer twice and the dealer felt that there was a short within the wiring harness. The failure mileage was 47,500 and the current mileage was 55,000. Multiple occasions (not to max everytime). Updated 09/21/2011 *ln

Filed Apr 15, 2011 · Electrical, Engine · 22,000 miles · OR

Multiple incidents. While maintaining a cruise speed of 65 MPH check engine light came on and engine RPM dropped to idle resulting in sudden loss of speed. Engine failed to respond to throttle control. Was able to pull to shoulder of road. Returned motorcycle to dealer. Dealer claimed they cleared failure codes but could not duplicate symptoms. They called tech services and were told of a service bulletin dealing with this issue caused by electrical connection corrosion for throttle control. This is a very serious sudden loss of ability to maintain flow within traffic conditions.