Harley-Davidson FXD recalls and problems

5 recalls and 20 owner complaints for 6 model years. Pick your year for full details.

Recalls
5
Complaints
20
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
3

Choose a model year

Harley-Davidson FXD by year

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesDeaths
2009 FXD121000
2008 FXD170100
2007 FXD140110
2006 FXD110100
2003 FXD100000
2000 FXD030000

Most reported Harley-Davidson FXD problems

Problem areaReports
Electrical System3
Fuel System, Gasoline3
Suspension3
Power Train3
Exterior Lighting2
Service Brakes2
Fuel System, Other2
Structure2
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1

All Harley-Davidson FXD recalls

RecallDateYearsComponentSummary
08V-659Dec 15, 20082009StructureHarley-davidson is recalling 3,285 my 2009 fxd, fxdf, fxdc, fxdl, and fxdb motorcycles.
07V-535Nov 20, 20072008Engine and Engine CoolingOn certain motorcycles built and shipped to california, the catalytic muffler protective heat shield was not installed.
07V-025Feb 1, 20072007TiresCertain sportster and dyna model motorcycles were built with an incorrect front tire.
05V-537Nov 22, 20052006Power TrainOn certain motorcycles, the transmission may go into a false neutral position even though the neutral indicator light is illuminated.
04V-218May 7, 20042003Exterior LightingOn certain dyna, xl, and touring motorcycles, the tail light bulb can fall out of the socket.

Frequently asked questions

What is the worst year for the Harley-Davidson FXD?

By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2008 Harley-Davidson FXD has the most reports (7). Check the 2008 page for the problems owners describe.

How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson FXD have?

NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls covering Harley-Davidson FXD model years 2003, 2006–2009.

What are the most common Harley-Davidson FXD problems?

Owners report electrical system, fuel system, gasoline, suspension problems most often.