NHTSA Campaign Id 08V625000; Date: Nov. 26, 2008
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.
Recalled Vehicles:2009 Harley-davidson Fxdb; 2009 Harley-davidson Fxdc; 2009 Harley-davidson Fxdf; 2009 Harley-davidson Fxdl
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage
Manufactured by: Harley-davidson Motor Company
Affected Units:: 349
Recall Summary: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 to 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.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 8, 2008
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