MYRModel Year Report

2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdb

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2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdb
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:49:50.364Z

Only 17 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 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Harley-Davidson Fxdb Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2009 highlighted. 2007: 3 complaints 2007 2008: 4 complaints 2008 2009: 17 complaints 2009 2010: 1 complaints 2010 2012: 2 complaints 2012 2013: 1 complaints 2013 2015: 2 complaints 2015 2016: 2 complaints 2016
2009: 17 complaints
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YearComplaints
20073
20084
200917
20101
20122
20131
20152
20162

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 17 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

TIRES

3 of 17 total reports mention: tires.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

3 of 17 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 17 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HARLEY DAVIDSON SCREAMING EAGLE ROAD GLIDE FLTRSE3. HE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A TURN AFTER EXITING A PARKING SPACE, BUT THE ENGINE MISFIRED. HE LOST VEHICLE CONTROL, AND THEN CRASHED ONTO THE ROADWAY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20091030

WHEELS

1 of 17 total reports mentions: wheels.

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MESSAGE: TO WHO IT MAY CONCERN, HAS ANYONE EVERY MENTIONED THE PROBLEM WITH HARLEY DAVIDSON MODEL FAT BOB 2008 AND ON, THE PROBLEM WITH THE FRONT TIRE DUNLAP 427 MADE ESPECIALLY FOR FAT BOB CUPPING (LUMPING OF TREAD) CAUSING VIBRATIONS BAD...

NHTSA ODI report, 20140612

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 17 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20081208 — fuel system, gasoline

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 DEFECTI

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.

Campaign 08V625000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20081222 — structure

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

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 H

Campaign 08V659000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdb — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for tires issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 08V625000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 08V659000 (structure) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdb 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 Fxdb?

The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.

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

2 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.