Harley-Davidson Dyna Low Rider (FXDL) problems & recalls

Problem: Harley-davidson motor company (harley-davidson) is recalling certain model year 2014.5-2016 dyna low rider motorcycles (fxdl 103) manufactured january 6, 2014 to april 7, 2016. in the affected motorcycles, engine vibrations may damage the ignition switch internally and, as a result, the engine may shut off while riding.

Risk: If the engine shuts off, the motorcycle would stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Harley-davidson will notify owners, and dealers will install an improved ignition switch, free of charge. the recall began on june 3, 2016. owners may contact harley-davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. harley-davidson's number for this recall is 0168.

Problem: Harley-davidson motor company (harley-davidson) is recalling certain model year 2014.5 fxdl dyna low rider motorcycles manufactured january 6, 2014, through june 19, 2014. in the affected motorcycles, certain optional performance electronic control module calibrations may allow higher engine rpms that could result in engine vibrations that cause the ignition switch to move from the "ign" (ignition on) to "acc" (accessory only) position, which will shut the engine off.

Risk: If the vibration causes the ignition switch to move to the accessory only position, the motorcycle would stall while riding, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Harley-davidson will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine mount bracket assembly and ignition switch knob, free of charge. the recall began on july 29, 2014. owners may contact harley-davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464.

Problem: 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 to not retract as intended.

Risk: This condition could lead to a crash which could cause injury or death to the rider.

Fix: 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 harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4680.

Problem: 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 defective ultrasonic weld on the anti-slosh valve.

Risk: If the valve separates and the bike is tipped over, it may leak fuel. fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Fix: 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.

Problem: On certain motorcycles built and shipped to california, the catalytic muffler protective heat shield was not installed. this condition could allow direct contact with this muffler and cause injury.

Risk: If contact occurs while riding, it could cause loss of control of the motorcycle, leading to injury or death.

Fix: Dealers will install the heat shields to the mufflers free of charge. the recall began on november 26, 2007. owners may contact harley davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

Problem: Certain sportster and dyna model motorcycles were built with an incorrect front tire.

Risk: This incorrect tire could cause performance issues, which could result in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the front tire and replace it if necessary. the recall began on march 5, 2007. owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

Problem: On certain motorcycles, the transmission may go into a false neutral position even though the neutral indicator light is illuminated.

Risk: The motorcycle could drop into gear unexpectedly and create the risk of a crash and injuries.

Fix: Dealers will replace the shifter cam (drum), the detent arm, and the neutral switch with newly designed components. the recall began on december 12, 2005. owner may contact rley davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

Problem: On certain dyna, xl, and touring motorcycles, the tail light bulb can fall out of the socket.

Risk: The tail light and the brake light become inoperative, which could lead to a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the bulbs. owner notification began on june 3, 2004. owners should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4680.

Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. these motorcycles were built with a fuel tank vent fitting that could be plugged allowing the carburetor to overflow fuel.

Risk: This could result in a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank vent fitting and, if plugged, will correct this condition.

Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. the engine cam bolt can lose its clamp load and/or break.

Risk: This condition can cause the engine to quit running with or without prior warning. in some instances, the engine could run erratically before quitting.

Fix: Dealers will replace the engine cam bolts and washers.