ABS Module failed for rear brake. The rear brake locks up due to failure from the module. Safety of myself and any passenger is at risk by not having any braking ability while riding the motorcycle. I have taken to a dealer where it was checked in the parking lot and i was told of the issue with 2008-2013 Harley touring models. The vehicle has not been inspected by anyone recently. The ABS light flashes at startup but goes away indicating there is no problem with the unit.
The worst 2009 Harley-Davidson FLTR problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Brakes8
- Acceleration4
- Electrical3
- Fuel system3
- Engine2
- Steering1
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2009 Harley-Davidson FLTR
Recalls 3
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling all 2008-2011 Touring, CVO Touring and VSRC motorcycles equipped with anti-lock brakes (ABS), including Road King (FLHR), Road King Police (EFI) (FLHP), Road King Police (EFI) (FLHPE), Electra Glide Standard Police (EFI) (FLHTP), Electra Glide Classic (EFI) (FLHTC), Electra Glide Ultra Classic (EFI) (FLHTCU) and Street Glide (EFI) (FLHX), 2008 VROD (VRSCAWA), CVO Road King 4 (FLHRSE4), Night Rod (VRSCDA), CVO Ultra Classic 3 (FLHTCUSE3), Night Rod Special (VRSCDXA), 2008-2010 Road King Classic (EFI) (FLHRC), 2008-2009 Road Glide (EFI) (FLTR) and Electra Glide Standard (EFI) (FLHT), 2009-2010 V-Rod (VRSCAW), 2009 CVO Ultra Classic (FLHTCUSE4) and CVO Road Glide 3 (FLTRSE3), 2009-2011 Night Rod Special (VRSCDX) and V-Rod Muscle (VRSCF), 2010 CVO Ultra Classic 5 (FLHTCUSE5) and CVO Street Glide (FLHXSE), 2010-2011 Electra Glide Ultra Limited (FLHTK) and Road Glide Custom (FLTRX), 2011 Road Glide Ultra 103 (FLTRU103), Street Glide 103 (FLHX103), Road King Classic 103 (FLHRC103), CVO Ultra Classic 6 (FLHTCUSE6), CVO Road Glide Ultra (FLTRUSE), Road Glide Custom 103 (FLTRX103), and CVO Street Glide 2 (FLHXSE2) motorcycles. Deposits may form on components within the brake system if the DOT 4 brake fluid is not replaced for a prolonged period of time beyond the 2-year maintenance schedule specified in the Owners Manual.
- Risk
- These deposits may cause a valve within the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit to stick, reducing braking ability and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will flush the entire brake system with new Platinum Label DOT 4 brake fluid, free of charge. The recall began on February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1‑800‑258‑2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0171.
Recall number 18V076000 · Recall details
Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch
- What is wrong
- Harley-davidson is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 touring, cvo touring and trike vehicles manufactured from june 6, 2008, through september 16, 2011. See the above list for the models included in the recall. The rear brake light switch may be exposed to excessive heat from the exhaust system.
- Risk
- The excessive heat may cause the switch to not activate the brake lamp or activate the brake lamp when no brake is applied and/or cause a brake fluid leak at the brake light switch, affecting rear brake performance. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Harley-davidson will notify owners, and dealers will a install a rear brake light switch kit, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during october 31, 2011. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1‑414‑343‑4056.
Recall number 11V506000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting
- What is wrong
- Harley-davidson is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 touring family motorcycles, including cvo touring and trike products, manufactured from june 6, 2008 through november 19, 2009. The front fuel tank mounts may distort in reaction to severe frame damage from a frontal collision. This condition may cause a fuel leak at the weld of the front bracket to the tunnel.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire, which could lead to injury or death to the rider.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a left and right brace, which are intended to reduce front mount distortion during certain crash conditions. This repair will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on december 11, 2009. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1‑414‑343‑4056.
Recall number 09V457000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2009 Harley-Davidson FLTR 12
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Battery warranty guidelines
- Market specific battery introduction
- Milwaukee eight and twin cam camshaft drive gear retention kit changes
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Genuine motor parts and motor accessories bulletin PAB1158: oil filter packaging and case quantity update
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Milwaukee-eight and twin cam transmission gear packs.
- Genuine motor parts and motor accessories bulletin PAB1146: 68193-95 bulb wedge, fender tip lamp.
- Milwaukee-eight and twin cam transmission gear packs.
- Milwaukee-eight and twin cam transmission gear packs.
What 2009 Harley-Davidson FLTR owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 (na) harley-davidson road glide (fltr). While driving various speeds, the vehicle started to overheat, smoke, and a knocking noise was coming from the engine. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to simi valley harley-davidson (6190 condor dr, moorpark, ca 93021, (805) 552-9555) where it was diagnosed that the oil pump failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer informed the contact that the warranty was canceled and did not offer further assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 9,000.
Abs failed while riding. I took to dealer and informed me that brake fluid has to be changed every 2 years which I hsve never heard before plus my ownrrs msnusl says inspect not change. I asked why this is not included in 5000 mile interval service if that is the case? Was able to bring bike stavely to stop worh back brakes.
Rear brake pedal locked up. Went to apply rear brake peddle would not move. Abs module locked up.
Engine loses power and goes into an idle mode. This has occurred a number of times the last being on a freeway which put me in grave danger do to the sudden lose of power and having car close behind and this occurs without any warning. Everyone that drives a motor cycle with this throttle by wires should be notified by hd and have this issue resolved before their lives are placed in jeopardy by this type of failure. Harley davidson motorcycles with the throttle by wire will go into a limp home mode. This is where you are accelerating and the motor basically shuts down and goes to just above an idle speed. This is extremely dangerous because the throttle by wire is failing. You could be accelerating to turn into traffic, across traffic or to get on the interstate and the throttle fails and goes into limp home mode and slows you to a top speed of 15 MPH in 1st gear. In 6th gear I could only do 40 MPH. This is not an isolated incident and harley knows they are failing. This is a recall offense. They have a service bulletin which I am attaching a link to for you. Http://www.scribd.com/doc/55139820/2008-later-touring-tt418-1
Shortly after I purchased this vehicle brand new in 2009 I noticed when I applied the rear brakes sometimes the pedal would go down and hit the flood board without any braking pressure. Dealer said nothing wrong. Now after sitting for a few weeks front brake lever is very hard to apply at first but does get better after use.I quit complaining but am still scared to ride it cant wait to sell it.would appreciate being notified by someone if a recall becomes possible. I hate to sell as is.
When driving down the road the front brake lever would not move when you applied pressure to lever to stop. Had to use rear brake to stop motorcycle. Pulled over to side of road and worked lever and seemed to free up and work ok. Restarted bike and drove off. Brakes seemed to work. Drove bike for about 30 miles and brake lever froze up again. No brakes in the front. Hard lever again. Frightening experience. Took bike home and let sit in garage. Started bike the next morning and backed out of garage. Hit front brake to slow bike down and lever was froze up again. Took bike to harley dealer and they replaced the ABS hcu part number 48343-09. This all happened when the bike had 31268 miles on it. They tolded me that "this happens" noticed on fox news that they may have a recall. This happened in 10/2013 god forbid someone gets hurt from this problem. It is great to have rear brakes
Front brakes locked up. Would not apply.
After replacing front brake pads it was discovered that the front brake handle is locked and wont move when pressure is applied to activate front brakes. Took vehicle to dealership it was found that the hydraulic control unit has failed. Apparently it fails so much that there is a month long backorder to get the parts in to fix problem. This is a huge safety concern the front brakes are 70% of the bikes breaking power and if this issued happened while on the highways of california I'm certain it would result in an accident.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 harley davidson road glide (na). While driving various speeds, the front brakes failed while attempting to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ABS module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 27,000. Updated 05/11/16
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Is the 2009 Harley-Davidson FLTR reliable?
Owners have filed 16 complaints about the 2009 Harley-Davidson FLTR, close to a typical FLTR model year.
What is the 2009 Harley-Davidson FLTR year score?
The 2009 Harley-Davidson FLTR scores 69 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Harley-Davidson FLTR: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Harley-Davidson FLTR?
Brakes, with 8 complaints, typically around 15,600 miles. Next is acceleration (4).
How many recalls does the 2009 Harley-Davidson FLTR have?
3 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic, exterior lighting and fuel system, gasoline.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Harley-Davidson FLTR brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 18V076000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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