NHTSA recall 07V296000
Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Harley-Davidson XL1200L and 6 more
Reported Jul 11, 200735,112 vehicles affectedHARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANYMaker’s number 0131Built Oct 31, 2005 – May 16, 2007
The defect
Certain motorcycles were built with a condition whereby the pant leg of some riders can have direct contact with the exhaust pipe.
The risk
This condition could cause the pant leg to char or burn, which could lead to the possibility of injury to the rider.
The remedy
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.