Recall 07V-296: 2006–2007 Harley-Davidson XL1200L, 2007 Harley-Davidson XL1200N and 5 more

HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Jul 11, 2007, covering about 35,112 vehicles.

NHTSA number
07V-296
Report date
Jul 11, 2007
Vehicles affected
35,112
Owners notified
Jul 12, 2007

The problem

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 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.

Notes

Harley davidson recall no. 0131.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerHARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number07V296000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Harley-Davidson XL1200L2006, 2007All years
Harley-Davidson XL1200N2007All years
Harley-Davidson XL1200R2006, 2007All years
Harley-Davidson XL502007All years
Harley-Davidson XL8832007All years
Harley-Davidson XL883L2007All years
Harley-Davidson XL883R2007All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 07V-296?

Certain motorcycles were built with a condition whereby the pant leg of some riders can have direct contact with the exhaust pipe.

How is recall 07V-296 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.