Tl* the contact owns a 2010 (na) harley davidson fxdf motorcycle. While driving approximately 65 MPH, there was an abnormal noise coming from the rear of the motorcycle and it veered to the right. The contact also stated that the motorcycle wobbled. On another occasion, while driving 5 MPH, the rear wheel failed to turn and seized. The motorcycle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed that the rear wheel bearings needed to be replaced. The motorcycle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 13,000.
The worst 2009 Harley-Davidson FXDF problems
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- Engine1
- Fuel system1
- Suspension1
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- Fuel system1
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Recalls 2
Structure: motorcycle: kickstand/center stand
- What is wrong
- Harley-davidson is recalling 3,285 my 2009 fxd, fxdf, fxdc, fxdl, and fxdb motorcycles. The jiffy stand spring anchor may have been built with a defective weld that may allow the jiffy stand assembly to not retract as intended.
- Risk
- This condition could lead to a crash which could cause injury or death to the rider.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove the original jiffy stand spring anchor and replace it with a new spring anchor free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about december 22, 2008. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1‑414‑342‑4680.
Recall number 08V659000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: storage
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 08V625000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2009 Harley-Davidson FXDF 13
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- 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.
- Milwaukee-eight and twin cam transmission gear packs.
- Milwaukee-eight and twin cam transmission gear packs.
- Fuel filler neck emissions recall 0613
- Tech article TA0023: TA0023
What 2009 Harley-Davidson FXDF owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Compensator is known to begin failing and making a horrendous grinding noise which prevents the engine from turning over. Harley is fully aware of the issue and charges full price to upgrade to the more suitable screaming eagle compensator. This piece is designed to fail and make money for the company with no regard for safety in the ability to start the vehicle when needed and the possibility of becoming stranded in a dangerous area.
I have owned a harley davidson v-rod since 2009 and ever since I received the motorcycle the fuel gauge constantly over and under estimates the fuel in the tank. The first time it was ever truly an issue was when I was driving on the interstate and after 50 miles the gauge said empty. I had just filled up and typically get 210 miles out of a tank of gas. So I pushed ahead. At about 150 miles the bike actually ran out of gas. I chalked the lower gas mileage up to a bad tank of gas, but if my fuel gauge had worked properly there would have been no question. In general the gauge will say I am empty when there is still a gallon of gas left in the tank. I now try to avoid going over this in case I have another bad gas issue. When I addressed the issue with h-d it took two months for them to get the part in, and it didn't fix the issue. When redressed they claimed that they found no issue and that they had fixed the problem.
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Questions about the 2009 Harley-Davidson FXDF
Is the 2009 Harley-Davidson FXDF reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2009 Harley-Davidson FXDF, 1.5 times a typical FXDF model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Harley-Davidson FXDF?
Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint. Next is fuel system (1).
How many recalls does the 2009 Harley-Davidson FXDF have?
2 recalls, covering structure and fuel system, gasoline.
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