2009 Harley-Davidson Road King Problems & Issues
2009 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated October 2026
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Preview the XT6 exampleAccording to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2009 Harley-Davidson Road King has 1 documented issue, with 1 rated critical. The most serious is ABS hydraulic-control valve may stick after overdue brake-fluid service — recall 18V076 ($0-$0 repair).
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What are the most common Harley-Davidson Road King problems?
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2009 Harley-Davidson Road King has 1 documented issue. The documented issue is: ABS hydraulic-control valve may stick after overdue brake-fluid service — recall 18V076. Of these, 1 is rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Harley-Davidson Road King reliable?
The 2009 Harley-Davidson Road King has 1 known issue compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 1 issue is rated critical: ABS hydraulic-control valve may stick after overdue brake-fluid service — recall 18V076. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Harley-Davidson Road King problems?
Repair costs for known Harley-Davidson Road King issues range from $0 to $0, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, ABS hydraulic-control valve may stick after overdue brake-fluid service — recall 18V076, typically costs $0-$0 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What is the 2008-2011 Harley-Davidson Road King ABS hydraulic-control valve may stick after overdue brake-fluid service — recall 18V076?
Recall 18V076 / Harley 0171 includes certain ABS-equipped 2008–2011 Road Kings. Harley explains that extended fluid-service intervals can allow moisture-related deposits to form and interfere with an ABS hydraulic-control valve, reducing braking. Symptoms and fluid appearance do… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
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