2007 Harley-Davidson FXD Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 19, 2022 · 4 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other FXD years
Not enough data 3rd of 9 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Harley-Davidson FXD. That ranks 3rd out of 9 FXD model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 25%), typically at around 15,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire, 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

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

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Most common 2007 Harley-Davidson FXD problems

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

Electrical System1 · ~15,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~46,000 mi
Service Brakes1 · ~8,000 mi
Suspension1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System125%15,000——
Fuel/propulsion System125%46,000——
Service Brakes125%8,000——
Suspension125%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2014, with 1 complaints
2014: 1201412015: 1201512018: 1201812022: 120221

n = 4 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2007 Harley-Davidson FXD recalls (1)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

TiresFeb 1, 2007 · NHTSA campaign 07V025000 · 614 vehicles

Problem: Certain sportster and dyna model motorcycles were built with an incorrect front tire.

Risk: This incorrect tire could cause performance issues, which could result in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the front tire and replace it if necessary. The recall began on march 5, 2007. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

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.

I was riding on the highway at 60 mph and all of a sudden the back suspension felt very hard. When I stopped I found both rear shock mounting bolts had sheared off causing my frame to collapse onto the tire. The left shock completely separated from the frame at the top rotating down. The right…

Suspension · received Mar 19, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11457444

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 harley-davidson fxd dyna glide. While driving approximately 10 mph, the front brakes failed. The vehicle was towed to mancusco harley-davidson crossroads (12710 crossroads park dr, houston, tx 77065) where it was diagnosed that the front brakes needed to be replaced. The…

Service Brakes · received Mar 5, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11076263

While trying to start the bike it exploded into flames burnt to the ground burned me badly, i barley lived.

Fuel/propulsion System · received Aug 22, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10758517

Tl* the contact owns 2007 harley davidson fxd. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the technician stated that the electrical system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the…

Electrical System · received May 30, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10595135

Other Harley-Davidson FXD years

← 2006 FXD · 2008 FXD →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2010 FXD10
2009 FXD21
2008 FXD71
200741
2006 FXD11
2003 FXD01
2001 FXD20
2000 FXD30
1999 FXD52

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Frequently asked questions

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

Owners most often report electrical system, fuel/propulsion system, service brakes problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

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

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2007 Harley-Davidson FXD a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other FXD model years, the 2007 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.