2007 Harley-Davidson Sportster Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 12, 2014 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Sportster years
Not enough data 10th of 11 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2007 Harley-Davidson Sportster. That ranks 10th out of 11 Sportster model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 17,500 miles. 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 Sportster problems

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

Engine1 · ~17,500 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine1100%17,500——

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

2007 Harley-Davidson Sportster recalls (0)

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

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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.

Engine stopped running while traveling.negative terminal was loose. This happened again on aug 5th 2014. Shouldnt the engine continue running with alternator or generator? *tr

Engine · received Aug 12, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10621606

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Frequently asked questions

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

Owners most often report engine problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.

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

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2007 Harley-Davidson Sportster a good year?

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