2009 Harley-Davidson Flstc Recalls

No recalls on record Updated July 2026

No NHTSA recalls on record for the 2009 Harley-Davidson Flstc. That means NHTSA has no open safety campaign for this vehicle — it does not guarantee the absence of problems. Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Complaints by component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
3
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
2
SERVICE BRAKES
2
ENGINE
1
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
1
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1
SEATS
1
STRUCTURE:BODY
1
SUSPENSION
1
WHEELS
1
Total complaints14

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“Tl* the contact owns a 2009 harley-davidson soft tail heritage classic (flstc) motorcycle. When starting the vehicle, an abnormal rumbling noise was detected. There were no warning indicators illuminated. Pig trail harley-davidson (409 w hudson rd, rogers, ar 72756, [REDACTED]) was informed of the…”

ENGINE · reported 2019-08-22

“Tl* the contact owns a 2009 harley-davidson flstc. While driving 65 mph, the passenger seat became detached from the motorcycle. The contact stated that the bolts and rivots fractured. In addition, the contact stated that the plastic was not durable enough to withstand constant wear and tear.…”

STRUCTURE:BODY · reported 2017-06-22

“Wheel bearing on right side (brake side) of rear wheel came apart while operating the motorcycle on the highway. The motorcycle is currently in the shop for repair. My mechanic has informed me that he has seen an unusual number of problems of this nature with this model motorcycle.”

WHEELS · reported 2016-03-26

“Rider behind me noticed that while stopping the rear brake lights not working. Something in the foot pedal not letting the rear break lights work. Bulbs are good and front works great and also allows the lights to work , just not the foot pedal.”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2015-05-31

“I removed the seat to do routine maintenance on the motorcycle and found that the drivers seat had cracked down the center of the seat frame which could cause the seat to separate into two pieces, this could cause the driver to loose control of the bike if this were to happen. I have pictures I…”

SEATS · reported 2014-05-14

“While descending a steep incline and about to make a right hand turn in less than 100 yards the rear brake pedal, when applied, went all the way down rendering the rear brake useless. The motorcycle was brought to a safe stop by using the front brake and downshifting and was able to be safely…”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2013-10-22

“Tl* the contact owns a 2009 harley davidson flstc. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 mph the horn and turn signal lights were inoperable. The contact inspected the vehicle and stated the brake light switch was leaking brake fluid onto the exhaust pipe. There was a manufacturers…”

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH · reported 2013-07-11

“Tl* the contact owns a 2009 harley davidson flstc. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 mph the horn and turn signal lights were inoperable. The contact inspected the vehicle and stated the brake light switch was leaking brake fluid onto the exhaust pipe. There was a manufacturers…”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2013-07-11
Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2009 Harley-Davidson Flstc as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.