2007 Harley-Davidson XL883 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XL883 years
- Not enough data 3rd of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Harley-Davidson XL883. That ranks 3rd out of 9 XL883 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 5,200 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner 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 XL883 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 | 50% | 5,200 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 50% | 4,822 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2007 Harley-Davidson XL883 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.
My harley davidson 2007 xl883 sportster...the bar and eyelet which holds the spring for the kickstand hangs down way to far. This situation has caused my the eyelet and bar to break off two times. This is a serious problem as when this happens the kickstand will not stay up, and one must tie it up…
Electrical problem seemingly endemic to all 2007 harley davidson sportster models wherein the battery is drained and motorcycle unable to start. This is dangerous in remote locations under adverse conditions. See following: http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=70840 *tr
Other Harley-Davidson XL883 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 XL883 | 3 | 0 |
| 2009 XL883 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 XL883 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | 2 | 3 |
| 2006 XL883 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 XL883 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 XL883 | 3 | 0 |
| 2003 XL883 | 1 | 1 |
| 2002 XL883 | 2 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Harley-Davidson XL883?
Owners most often report electrical system, structure problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Harley-Davidson XL883?
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 XL883 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XL883 model years, the 2007 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.