2009 Harley-Davidson Flhx

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2009 Harley-Davidson Flhx
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:48:53.301Z

Only 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Harley-Davidson Flhx Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2009 highlighted. 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 20 complaints 2008: 30 complaints 2009: 28 complaints 2009 2010: 24 complaints 2011: 18 complaints 2012: 16 complaints 2012 2013: 6 complaints 2014: 8 complaints 2015: 3 complaints 2015 2016: 4 complaints 2017: 5 complaints 2018: 8 complaints 2018 2020: 1 complaints 2021: 0 complaints 2022: 0 complaints 2022 2024: 10 complaints 2025: 2 complaints 2026: 0 complaints 2026
2009: 28 complaints
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YearComplaints
20060
200720
200830
200928
201024
201118
201216
20136
20148
20153
20164
20175
20188
20201
20210
20220
202410
20252
20260

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 28 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

10 of 28 total reports mention: electrical system.

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HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHX 2009 STREET GLIDE WE WERE ON VACATION LEAVING ONE TOWN TRAVELING TO ANOTHER AND TRAVELING ON THE INTERSTATE IN THE LEFT HAND LANE MOVING WITH TRAFFIC, WHICH WAS THICK WITH CARS, CAMPERS, TRUCKS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120416

THE WIRING CONNECTOR AT THE THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR/SERVO IS GETTING A BAD CONNECTION DUE TO THE ROUTING OF THE WIRE HARNES AND THE EXTREME PRESSURE BEING PUT ON THE PINS INSIDE DUE TO THE WIRES BEING PULLED TO TIGHT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120328

I WAS RIDING HOME FROM MARIETTA, GEORGIA ON INTERSTATE 575 AND HAD THE CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED. SUDDENLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY, THE CRUISE CONTROL KICKED OFF AND I BEGAN TO DECELERATE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110613

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

6 of 28 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HARLEY DAVIDSON STREET MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT CAME TO A STOP AT AN INTERSECTION, THE REAR WHEEL SPED OFF AND THE CONTACT WAS EJECTED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT FLIPPED OFF THE MOTORCYCLE AND ONTO THE CONCRETE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190828

I WAS RIDING HOME FROM MARIETTA, GEORGIA ON INTERSTATE 575 AND HAD THE CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED. SUDDENLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY, THE CRUISE CONTROL KICKED OFF AND I BEGAN TO DECELERATE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110613

SERVICE BRAKES

6 of 28 total reports mention: service brakes.

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ANTI LOCK BRAKES FRONT AND REAR, HARD PEDAL TOP AND BOTTOM. VEHICLE DOES NOT STOP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180212

MY FRONT BRAKE LEVER BECAME STUCK AND WOUND NOT FUNCTION WHILE LEAVING MY DRIVEWAY ONTO A CITY STREET.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180203

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

6 of 28 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

POWER TRAIN

3 of 28 total reports mention: power train.

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HARLEY DAVIDSON OPERATING DIAGNOSTIC CODES P1511 & P2135 HARLEY DAVIDSON SERVICE BULLETIN T T 418 LOST POWER AND MY BIKE WENT TO "LIMP HOME MODE" . TOP SPEED 30 MPH @ 1500 RPM FROM 55 MPH IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. VERY DANGEROUS !!!

NHTSA ODI report, 20111123

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20091211 — fuel system, gasoline

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

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 BEGA

Campaign 09V457000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20111031 — exterior lighting

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

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 HARLE

Campaign 11V506000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20160706 — PE (closed 20180423)

Sudden Brake Failure - Motorcycle

R 20180214 — service brakes, hydraulic

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),...

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.

Campaign 18V076000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2009 Harley-Davidson Flhx — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 09V457000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 11V506000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 18V076000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2009 Harley-Davidson Flhx reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Harley-Davidson Flhx?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2009 Harley-Davidson Flhx have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.