Clutch hub spline failure due to faulty automatic chain tensioner and compensator sprocket. This is apparently a very common issue causing a loud clunking when starting and damaging parts such as happened with my clutch hub. The only way to prevent it is to change to upgraded aftermarket compensator sprocket and manual chain tensioner. Quality parts for the repair cost over $1k
The worst 2008 Harley-Davidson Fxstb problems
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Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Defect investigations
Motorcycle stalling
The subject fuel filter housing (p/n 62229-08) cracks, resulting in sudden engine stall due to unregulated fuel pressure.harley-davidson has modified the housing with a new part number 62229-08a.shortly after opening this pe, odi received harley's defect notification indicating that the subject vehicles were being recalled to install the new fuel filter housing.with that recall, received prior to release of our information request, this investigation is concluded.
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Technical service bulletins for the 2008 Harley-Davidson Fxstb 10
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Market specific battery introduction
- New balancer bearing remover tool HD-48457-A
- 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
What 2008 Harley-Davidson Fxstb owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I purchased the vehicle with 1835 miles on the odometer and about a week later I noticed an audible "clunk" when starting the engine. I investigated the problem online and found that this is a very common problem amongst harley davidsons with the 96 cid engine. The sound is the mechanics within the engine interlocking violently which can result in catastrophic failure. The solution to the problem is the purchase of an upgraded compensator which total several hundreds of dollars. Presently there is no recall in place.
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Questions about the 2008 Harley-Davidson Fxstb
Is the 2008 Harley-Davidson Fxstb reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2008 Harley-Davidson Fxstb, 2.0 times a typical Fxstb model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Harley-Davidson Fxstb?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 2 complaints.
How many recalls does the 2008 Harley-Davidson Fxstb have?
No recalls on record.
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