2007 Harley-Davidson Flhrc Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 11, 2016 · 14 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Flhrc years
Far more complaints than other years 1st of 8 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Harley-Davidson Flhrc. That is the most of any Flhrc model year in the database (8 years). The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (4 complaints, 29%), typically at around 2,043 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 2 fires, 2 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2007 Harley-Davidson Flhrc problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine and Engine Cooling4 · ~2,043 mi
Power Train4 · ~24,500 mi
Vehicle Speed Control2 · ~2,886 mi
Electrical System1 · ~2,886 mi
Engine1 · ~14,500 mi
Service Brakes1
Service Brakes, Electric1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1 · ~2,700 mi
Steering1 · ~1,200 mi
Structure1 · ~1 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling429%2,043——
Power Train429%24,500——
Vehicle Speed Control214%2,886——
Electrical System17%2,886——
Engine17%14,500——
Service Brakes17%———
Service Brakes, Electric17%———
Service Brakes, Hydraulic17%2,700——
Steering17%1,200——
Structure17%1——
Tires17%200——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2007, with 5 complaints
2006: 2200622007: 5200752010: 2201022012: 2201222013: 1201312014: 1201412016: 120161

n = 14 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2007 Harley-Davidson Flhrc recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2007 Harley-Davidson Flhrc.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 harley-davidson flhrc. The contact stated that when the rear brakes had been applied several times they failed to engage and functioned randomly. The dealer was notified of the failure, provided a cover for the brake fluid reservoir but did not provide a diagnosis to…

Service Brakes · received Jul 11, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10883916

While changing lanes on the highway i encountered a wobble in the steering. I checked the steering head bearing for proper adjustment per factory specs and found it to be properly adjusted. I have always had the same wobble and noted when speed is increased the wobble appears without being provoked…

Steering · received Aug 10, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10621181

It start about a year ago, my bike then had 25,000 mile on it. It was getting hard to start after the motor was warm. I change the spark plugs, spark plug cables, ignition coil and battery and its was still hard to start. I took the bike to the dealer with about 30,000 miles on it and they diagnose…

Power Train · received May 26, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10513570

I was riding my 2007 harley davidson road king classic at approximately 60 mph with a passenger when the bolts holding the rear sprocket to the rear wheel started backing out. The heads of the bolts started hitting the swing arm and shearing off. As this happened the bike lurched violently and was…

Power Train · received Jul 18, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10466374

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 harley davidson road king. The contact stated the burning fumes emitted from the engine compartment. After inspecting the motorcycle he noticed that three different wire harness melted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to diagnose the failure. The…

Engine · received Jun 13, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10461619

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Harley-Davidson Flhrc?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, power train, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 4 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2007 Harley-Davidson Flhrc?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2007 Harley-Davidson Flhrc a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Flhrc model years, the 2007 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.