Harley-Davidson Dyna Super Glide (FXD) problems & recalls

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: 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.

Problem: The fuel inlet needle does not seal properly against the fuel inlet seat.

Risk: The fuel overflow system allows fuel to leak onto theground, which could result in a fire if exposed to a source of ignition.

Fix: Replace the fuel inlet needle.

Problem: The fuel tank leaked as a result of impact testing performed by harley-davidson.

Risk: Spilled fuel can ignite when exposed to a source ofignition.

Fix: Repair the motorcycles to avoid the fuel spillage condition.