2007 Harley-Davidson XL1200L Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XL1200L years
- Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Harley-Davidson XL1200L. That is the most of any XL1200L model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 20%). Complaints mention 1 injury. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 5owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2007 Harley-Davidson XL1200L 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 20% | 534 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 20% | 10,600 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2007 Harley-Davidson XL1200L recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Problem: Certain motorcycles were built with a condition whereby the pant leg of some riders can have direct contact with the exhaust pipe.
Risk: This condition could cause the pant leg to char or burn, which could lead to the possibility of injury to the rider.
Fix: Dealers will add a new exhaust shield which provides additional coverage ofthe exhaust pipe. The recall began on july 12, 2007. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.
Tires
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.
Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
Problem: On certain motorcycles, as a result of a greater body thickness than used in previous model years, the voltage regulator may contact the front fender under certain conditions. In some cases this contact may allow the front fender to catch on the top side of the regulator body which could impede the operator's ability to steer the vehicle.
Risk: This could result in a crash which could cause injury or death to the rider.
Fix: On motorcycles which do not have accessory engine guards, dealers will install an intermediate mounting bracket that will relocate the voltage regulator to a position which provides more clearance from the front fender. On vehicles with an accessory engine guards, dealers will install the thinnner dimension voltage regulator to avoide the front fender clearance problem. The recall began on january 22, 2007. A second customer letter reflecting the above remedy will be sent to owners on march 16, 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 my stock 2007 hd sportster 1200 yesterday on a paved road approx. 35 mph when i ran over a rough portion of road. The right foot peg / rear brake pedal assembly came off from its mounting position on the lower frame and was dragging on the road. I pulled over to discover that the two…
I paid for a brand new 2007 harley davidson 1200xl, on july 28, 07. I picked it up from stubbs harley davidson dealer on july 30, 07. The dealer failed to disclose a recall on the motorcycle which was issued in june 07 for the heat shield manifold. Subsequently, i burnt my leg on the pipes, and…
There is a recall on my motorcycle and i asked but they dont have the part to fix it. *tr
5 day old harley, sportster fail to start. Fuel pump out. New part on 20 backorder. Not acceptable. *tr
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 harley davidson xl1200l. The contact received recall notice # 06v476000 (electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator). He has been unable to get the vehicle repaired because the component is on back order. Presently, no failures have occurred. The current mileage is…
Other Harley-Davidson XL1200L years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 5 | 3 |
| 2006 XL1200L | 2 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Harley-Davidson XL1200L?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Harley-Davidson XL1200L?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2007 Harley-Davidson XL1200L a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XL1200L model years, the 2007 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.