There are no safety recalls for the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fltru, but owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.
2009 Harley-Davidson Fltru problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Engine | 2 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Wheels | 1 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 20,700 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2009 Harley-Davidson Fltru complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Electrical System · at 32,000 miles · reported Jun 26, 2015
This is the third time when accelerating in traffic the throttle response and engine power shifts into limp home mode. Unable to maintain a safe speed and required rapid response to clear the road and get to the shoulder.
Power Train · at 22,000 miles · reported Sep 18, 2014
When starting hot the compensator makes a loud grinding noise. This is a known issue from reading the harley forums. Check the harley site and there was no recall.
Electrical System · at 20,700 miles · reported Oct 28, 2013
I was driving west on interstate 80 near davis, ca in the number one lane. It was very heavy sunday afternoon traffic. Suddenly, without warning, I lost my throttle function and the motor seemed to quit running. I was barely able the maneuver three lanes over to the shoulder just avoiding an accident. The motorcycle had gone into "limp mode", meaning the motor will idle at 1,500 regardless of throttle position. This was a very dangerous situation and depending on when it occurs, could be fatal. I found out harley knows about this and has a service bulletin on this problem. It is basically a…
Service Brakes · at 6,057 miles · reported Aug 21, 2013
After a nice hour long ride, entering the highway (Rt1 saugus) coming to a stop at the on ramp I applied pressure to both my front and rear brakes. My right foot pushed the brake to the floor and caused me to throttle onto the highway. My rear tire started to spin out compared to being on ice. I immediately corrected the bike and pulled off the road. While inspecting my bike I pushed the foot brake in with my hand and fluid from the brake switch and brake line was shooting out. This was causing fluid to hit my exhaust pipe chrome and smoke. I immediately shut down the bike and the switch…
Vehicle Speed Control · at 8,000 miles · reported Aug 14, 2013
The contact owns a 2009 harley davidson flhx street glide (N/a). The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, vehicle speed decreased independently and the vehicle failed to accelerate over 10 MPH. The contact also mentioned that the failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis but no cause for failure was found. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 8,000 and the current mileage was 15,000.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fltru have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fltru as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Harley-Davidson Fltru?
Owners report engine problems most often (2 reports), followed by electrical system (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 20,700 miles.
Are Harley-Davidson recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Harley-Davidson dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.