2007 Harley-Davidson XL1200L
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 2007 Harley-Davidson XL1200L. Newest first.
Certain motorcycles were built with a condition whereby the pant leg of some riders can have direct contact with the exhaust pipe.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition could cause the pant leg to char or burn, which could lead to the possibility of injury to the rider.
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.
Certain sportster and dyna model motorcycles were built with an incorrect front tire.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This incorrect tire could cause performance issues, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
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.
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 and remedy
Risk
This could result in a crash which could cause injury or death to the rider.
Remedy
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.
Owner complaints
5 complaints1 injuries
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Latest complaints
- Service brakes
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 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 bolts that hold the bracket / assembly to the frame had sheared off. I weigh 185 lbs and the motorcycle did not bottom-out on the rough road, nor did the brake / foot peg assembly strike the road. the bolts appear to have simply sheared off from my weight on the foot peg on a rough patch of road. luckily, I maintained control of the motorcycle and was able to stop it with no usable rear brake as the control was dragging on the road. I did research last night on the internet and read several postings on a motorcycle blog with owners of 2007 sportster 1200 motorcycles that reported exactly the same issue, so I am reporting it to you. there IS no visible rust on the bolts where they sheared off. they appear to below-grade steel bolts that failed under normal use. I was lucky that I maintained control as my foot dropped to the ground at 35 mph - it could have been much worse. please let me know if you have received similar complaints and if there IS a resolution underway.
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system · Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
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…
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 incurred a lot of pain, and a scar on my leg which IS permanent and unsightly. I found out afterwards, that there was a recall on my own from investigation into the incident. the dealer never took any initiative to notify me on their own. I believe the dealer IS liable for causing my injury, due to neglect to disclose safety information, which should have been addressed before I bought the motorcycle. this was my first ever motorcycle, and because of this and other issues of neglect by this dealer, I have had to endure countless hours of my time to try and get this dealer to honor safety and ethical issues. *tr
- Structure
There IS a recall on my motorcycle and I asked but they dont have the part to fix it. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
5 day old harley, sportster fail to start. Fuel pump out. New part on 20 backorder. Not acceptable. *Tr
- Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator
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 200. updated 02-01-08. *kb
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11008736SERVICE BULLETIN M1555 (REV E): BATTERY WARRANTY GUIDELINES. PURPOSE: Revision E. Added: Added procedures for the DCA-8000 E Battery Tester.* Updated: All sections. This bulletin informs the dealership network that Harley-Davidson has provided guidelines for battery warranty.
- 11007544SERVICE BULLETIN M1490 (V 24.8.8): DIGITAL TECHNICIAN II - UPDATES AND RELEASE NOTES. PURPOSE: This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has made a software update to Digital Technician II (DT II). DIGITAL TECHNICIAN II (PART NUMBER: HD-48650). Version 24.8.8. Release Date: Week of August 5, 2024. New Features for Harley-Davidson vehicles: Advanced Module Replace for 2021 and later Revolution Max; 2023 and later CVO Touring; and 2024 Street Glide (FLHX), Road Glide (FLTRX). New Features for LiveWire vehicles: Updated calibrations for 2024 S2DM EV1/ EV6; 2024 S2MH EV1; and 2024 S2DM, S2MH. Changes: Added Hand Control Module (HCM) (Part No. 71500522A and 71500536A) for reflash support.
- 11005514GENUINE MOTOR PARTS AND MOTOR ACCESSORIES BULLETIN PAB1158: OIL FILTER PACKAGING AND CASE QUANTITY UPDATE. PURPOSE: To inform dealerships that Harley-Davidson has made updates to oil filters including new part numbers, packaging design, and bulk case quantity changes.
- 11001293SERVICE BULLETIN M1490 (V 24.6.4): DIGITAL TECHNICIAN II - UPDATES AND RELEASE NOTES. PURPOSE: Revision. This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has made a software update to Digital Technician II (DT II). DIGITAL TECHNICIAN II (PART NUMBER: HD-48650). Version 24.6.4. Release Date: Week of May 1, 2024. New Features for LiveWire S2DM and S2MH, 2024 Revolution Max, and 2024 Touring.
- 10248401GENUINE MOTOR PARTS AND MOTOR ACCESSORIES BULLETIN PAB1146: 68193-95 BULB WEDGE, FENDER TIP LAMP. Purpose: To inform dealers of an issue with the bulb wire terminals not being to specification. The light bulbs were used in numerous front and rear fender tip light assemblies for domestic and international applications.
- 10248400GENUINE MOTOR PARTS AND MOTOR ACCESSORIES BULLETIN PAB1144: 2021-2022 SCREAMIN' EAGLE STAGE I (CARB) EO APPROVALS. PURPOSE: Revision. To inform California dealers about the new California Air Resources Board (CARB) approvals for select 2021-2022 Harley-Davidson vehicles. Summary: Various Screamin' Eagle Air Cleaner Kits and Stage I calibrations have been approved for sale on select 2021 and 2022 Harley-Davidson models. Please see the table below that indicates which part numbers should be ordered for what models. Revision: Refer to Summary. Update non-Bluetooth calibrations availability.
- 10245706GENUINE MOTOR PARTS AND MOTOR ACCESSORIES BULLETIN PAB1144: 2021-2022 SCREAMIN' EAGLE STAGE I (CARB) EO APPROVALS. PURPOSE: To inform California dealers about the new California Air Resources Board (CARB) approvals for select 2021-2022 Harley-Davidson vehicles. Summary: Various Screamin' Eagle Air Cleaner Kits and Stage I calibrations have been approved for sale on select 2021 and 2022 Harley-Davidson models. Please see the table that indicates which part numbers should be ordered for what models.
- 10195172Noise from the cam chest area possibly accompanied by milky engine oil. Moisture can cause slight swelling in the tensioner causing it to stick in the housing. A vehicle that makes repeated short trips can have this condition because the engine does not reach normal operating temperatures, allowing condensation and moisture to build up in the engine oil.
- 10193491Noise from the cam chest area possibly accompanied by milky engine oil. Moisture can cause slight swelling in the tensioner causing it to stick in the housing. A vehicle that makes repeated short trips can have this condition because the engine does not reach normal operating temperatures, allowing condensation and moisture to build up in the engine oil.
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