2007 Harley-Davidson Fxdc recalls & complaints
Source: NHTSA, updated daily. Last checked 2026-10-18. Recalls apply to specific VINs — run your VIN to confirm.
1 safety recall, most serious first
1. Wheels / tires
What's wrong, in plain English: A wheel or tire can fail while driving. CERTAIN SPORTSTER AND DYNA MODEL MOTORCYCLES WERE BUILT WITH AN INCORRECT FRONT TIRE.
What could happen: THIS INCORRECT TIRE COULD CAUSE PERFORMANCE ISSUES, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
The 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.
What to do
- Check whether your car is affected: enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. A recall covers specific VINs, not every 2007 FXDC.
- Book a repair at any authorized Harley-Davidson dealer. Quote NHTSA campaign 07V025000.
- The repair is free. By US law, safety recall repairs cost the owner nothing, no matter the car's age or mileage.
- Manufacturer hotline: 1-414-343-4056.
- Buying this car used? Ask the seller for proof the recall was completed, or run the VIN yourself before paying.
Official wording from NHTSA
Component: TIRES
Summary: CERTAIN SPORTSTER AND DYNA MODEL MOTORCYCLES WERE BUILT WITH AN INCORRECT FRONT TIRE.
Consequence: 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.
Notes: HARLEY-DAVIDSON RECALL NO. 0129. 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.
Useful for owners
- OBD2 code reader — see what the car's computer is reporting
- Digital tire pressure gauge
- 2007 Harley-Davidson Fxdc owner's manual
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Most complained-about parts: Engine (1), Wheels / tires (1).
Complaints are unverified reports from owners. A pattern (many complaints about the same part) matters more than any single one.
Read recent complaints (2)
09/04/2012 · Engine
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HARLEY DAVIDSON FXCD MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE REAR CHAIN (SPARKED BOLT SCHEARD) CAUSED FAILURE WITH THE DRIVING SYSTEM, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO BECOME INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE CHAIN AND ADVISED THAT THE FAILURE FOR WAS COMMON FOR THE PARTICULAR MODEL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT RE…
05/31/2008 · Wheels / tires · crash
WHILE ATTEMPTING TO NEGOTIATE A CURVE, THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL LEAVING ROADWAY. THIS WAS THE FIRST TIME IT HAD HAPPEN. THE INSURANCE COMPANY DECLARED THE BIKE AS A TOTAL LOST WITH INJURIES TO THE DIVER AS WELL. THERE WAS NOTHING DONE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM SINCE, THE DRIVER WAS NOT AWARE OF ANY RECALL AT THE TIME NOR WAS INFORMED OF SUCH RECALL BY THE MANUF…