Safety Recall NHTSA · 08V659000 Reported December 15, 2008

Jiffy stand spring anchor

Harley-davidson Motor Company · Structure · 3,285 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
08V659000
Manufacturer Campaign
0137
Component
Structure
Vehicles Affected
3,285
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 15, 2008

Defect Summary

Harley-davidson is recalling 3,285 my 2009 fxd, fxdf, fxdc, fxdl, and fxdb motorcycles. the jiffy stand spring anchor may have been built with a defective weld that may allow the jiffy stand assembly to not retract as intended.

Safety Consequence

This condition could lead to a crash which could cause injury or death to the rider.

Corrective Action

Dealers will remove the original jiffy stand spring anchor and replace it with a new spring anchor free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on or about december 22, 2008. owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4680.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Harley-davidson Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 08V659000 or campaign 0137.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 08V659000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 08V659000?

NHTSA recall 08V659000 was issued by Harley-davidson Motor Company on December 15, 2008. It addresses: Jiffy stand spring anchor. The recall affects approximately 3,285 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Harley-davidson Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V659000 or the manufacturer campaign number 0137. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.