The 2009 Harley-Davidson Road King has two recalls, the more serious being a fuel tank mount that can distort after a frontal collision, allowing fuel to leak near potential ignition sources and creating a fire risk.
The electrical recall involves the rear brake light switch sitting close enough to the exhaust system that heat can exceed the switch's design limits. This can cause the brake light to stop functioning, reducing visibility to following traffic, and can also allow brake fluid to leak through the switch itself.
At a glance
What can fail
Heat from the exhaust system can overheat the rear brake lamp switch beyond its design limit, causing the brake light to fail to illuminate and potentially leaking brake fluid.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the rear brake lamp switch with an updated version that better withstands heat.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The fuel tank front mounts can warp if the frame is severely damaged in a front collision, potentially causing fuel to leak. A leak near an ignition source could cause a fire.
What the fix does
Dealers will install reinforcing braces on the fuel tank front mounts.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
