CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Harley-Davidson Flhr has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (5 reports).
2009 Harley-Davidson Flhr recalls
Brake fluid deposits can stick ABS valve, reducing stopping power
Deposits can form inside the brake system on certain 2008-2011 Harley-Davidson motorcycles equipped with anti-lock brakes (ABS) when the DOT 4 brake fluid is not replaced for a prolonged period beyond the 2-year maintenance schedule in the Owner's Manual.
Most common 2009 Harley-Davidson Flhr problems
Problem areas named in the 10 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 5 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
ABS MODULE IS BAD. IT'S A REGULAR PROBLEM WITH HARLEY DAVIDSON. IF YOU LOOK AT FORUMS YOU CAN SEE A LOT OF PEOPLE WHO HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. I HAD JUST STARTED MY MOTORCYCLE PULLED OUT IN TO TRAFFIC. THEN TRIED TO USE MY FRONT BRAKES, AND WAS UNABLE TO SQUEEZE BRAKE LEVER. I HAD JUST RODE MY MOTORCYCLE THE NIGHT BEFORE. WITH NO PROBLEMS. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO USE MY REAR BRAKES. THIS IS EXTREMELY UNSAFE!!! I THOUGHT IT MIGHT BE A PROBLEM FOR ONLY A FEW. BUT LOOKING UP THE PART, I FOUND OUT DIFFERENT. HARLEY DAVIDSON CHARGES A LOT OF MONEY FOR THEIR MOTORCYCLES. AND THEY SHOULD MAKE THEM SAFE.
COMPENSATOR FAILURE
NO FRONT BRAKE. UNABLE TO APPLY FRONT BRAKE. FRONT BRAKE FROZEN. MOTORCYCLE TAKEN TO HARLEY DEALERSHIP FOR REPAIR, ABS HCU REPLACED.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT BRAKE FAILED TO ENGAGE WHILE ATTEMPTING TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT DROVE THROUGH THE INTERSECTION. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE MOTORCYCLE AND FOUND THAT THE ABS MODULE INTERLOCK BRAKE SYSTEM FAILED. THE CONTACT DISCONNECTED THE ABS FUSE. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 19,000. UPDATED 5/12/15*CN UPDATED 10/2/2017*CN
I WAS EXITING THE FREEWAY AT 55MPH WHEN I SLIGHTLY BANKED RIGHT, THE ENGINE DIED. I COASTED TO THE SIDE, TURNED THE IGNITION SWITCH OFF, THEN BACK ON AND IT STARTED AND RAN PERFECTLY. THE ENGINE DIED AGAIN WHILE ENTERING THE FREEWAY AT A LATER TIME. AGAIN, I WAS BANKING TO THE RIGHT ON A SWEEPING TURN. THE BIKE STARTED AS BEFORE AFTER COASTING TO SIDE OF THE ONRAMP. I RODE WITHOUT A PROBLEM UNTIL I ENTERED THE FREEWAY AT THE SAME ON RAMP A FEW HOURS LATER. THE ENGINE DIED IN THE SAME EXACT PLACE. THIS IS A DANGEROUS SITUATION! *TR
2009 Harley-Davidson Flhr questions
Does the 2009 Harley-Davidson Flhr have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2009 Harley-Davidson Flhr: Brake fluid deposits can stick ABS valve, reducing stopping power; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Mounting. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Harley-Davidson Flhr?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (5), Electrical System (3), Service Brakes (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 Harley-Davidson Flhr has been fixed?
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