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Vehicle recall 09V457000 · December 1, 2009

Harley-Davidson Flhp, Flhpe and 20 more models

The front fuel tank mounts may distort in reaction to severe frame damage from a frontal collision.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Harley-davidson is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 touring family motorcycles, including cvo touring and trike products, manufactured from June 6, 2008 through November 19, 2009. The front fuel tank mounts may distort in reaction to severe frame damage from a frontal collision. This condition may cause a fuel leak at the weld of the front bracket to the tunnel.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire, which could lead to injury or death to the rider.
Remedy
Dealers will install a left and right brace, which are intended to reduce front mount distortion during certain crash conditions. This repair will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on December 11, 2009. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.
Notes
Owners may also 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

NHTSA campaign
09V457000
Reported to NHTSA
December 1, 2009
Filed by
HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY
Owner notification
December 11, 2009
Vehicles potentially affected
111,569
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Mounting
Recall 09V457000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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