NHTSA Recall 07V296000: Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe (engine and engine cooling)
HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 35,112 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Harley-Davidson XL1200L.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V296000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 0131 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM › MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE |
| Report received | July 11, 2007 |
| Owner notification | July 12, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain motorcycles were built with a condition whereby the pant leg of some riders can have direct contact with the exhaust pipe.
Safety 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.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 07V296000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson XL1200L | 2006, 2007 |
| Harley-Davidson XL1200N | 2007 |
| Harley-Davidson XL1200R | 2006, 2007 |
| Harley-Davidson XL50 | 2007 |
| Harley-Davidson XL883 | 2007 |
| Harley-Davidson XL883L | 2007 |
| Harley-Davidson XL883R | 2007 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.