Recall 08V-625: 2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdb, 2009 Harley-Davidson Fxdc and 2 more

HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Nov 26, 2008, covering about 349 vehicles.

NHTSA number
08V-625
Report date
Nov 26, 2008
Vehicles affected
349
Owners notified
Dec 8, 2008

The 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.

The 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.

The 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.

Notes

Harley-davidson recall no. 0136.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerHARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Storage
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number08V625000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Harley-Davidson Fxdb2009All years
Harley-Davidson Fxdc2009All years
Harley-Davidson Fxdf2009All years
Harley-Davidson Fxdl2009All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 08V-625?

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.

How is recall 08V-625 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.