Harley-Davidson Dyna Street Bob (FXDB) problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 2007–2016: 4 recall campaigns and 32 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
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Recent recalls
Structure #08V659000 · 2008 · 3,285 units
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.
Fuel System, Gasoline #08V625000 · 2008 · 349 units
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.
Engine And Engine Cooling #07V535000 · 2007 · 538 units
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.
Tires #07V025000 · 2007 · 614 units
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.
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