2007 Harley-Davidson Flhx Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Flhx years
- Far more complaints than other years 4th of 19 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Harley-Davidson Flhx. That ranks 4th out of 19 Flhx model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (9 complaints, 45%), typically at around 6,050 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 4 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 20owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2007 Harley-Davidson Flhx problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 9 | 45% | 6,050 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 30% | 3,900 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 10% | 1,254 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 10% | 1,075 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 10% | 9,075 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 5% | 150,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 5% | 15,999 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 5% | 6,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 5% | 42,175 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2007 Harley-Davidson Flhx recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2007 Harley-Davidson Flhx.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Engine produces excess heat that can burn you and when hot runs erratic at idle. Especially noticble when stopped at a light and the systems gets so hot it can burn your legs. I have an older harley and this is not a problem with it
The compensator sprocket failed which destroyed the clutch basket that sent chunks of the clutch basket into the primary chain locking up the motor instantly at 65 miles an hour luckily i've rode my entire life and didn't crash or get hit this has been an on going problem since the new primary set…
Bike stalls and stops when at a light. Also idle fluctuates between 7000 and 12000 rpms then jumps to 14000. Almost had 2 accidents with wife on the back . Brought to repair twice spent almost $600 dollars. Returned to harley dealer and they said oh that's just what happens with 2007 street glides…
All touring harleys from 07-10 with stock compensator sprockets seen to fail around 25,000 miles and have to be replaced do to weak diaphragm springs. *tr
At 70 mph on my 2007 harley davidson flhx the compensator broke apart. I could hear some noise on the left side where the primary cover is. After stopping and then starting the motor back up, when i placed the transmission back in gear the primary locked up and froze everything up. If this happened…
Other Harley-Davidson Flhx years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Flhx | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 Flhx | 2 | 1 |
| 2024 Flhx | 10 | 2 |
| 2022 Flhx | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 Flhx | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 Flhx | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 Flhx | 8 | 1 |
| 2017 Flhx | 5 | 2 |
| 2016 Flhx | 4 | 1 |
| 2015 Flhx | 3 | 2 |
| 2014 Flhx | 8 | 5 |
| 2013 Flhx | 6 | 0 |
| 2012 Flhx | 16 | 1 |
| 2011 Flhx | 18 | 2 |
| 2010 Flhx | 24 | 3 |
| 2009 Flhx | 29 | 3 |
| 2008 Flhx | 30 | 2 |
| 2007 | 20 | 0 |
| 2006 Flhx | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Harley-Davidson Flhx?
Owners most often report power train, engine and engine cooling, steering problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 9 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Harley-Davidson Flhx?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2007 Harley-Davidson Flhx a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Flhx model years, the 2007 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.