2007 Harley-Davidson Fxstb recalls & complaints
Source: NHTSA, updated daily. Last checked 2026-10-19. Recalls apply to specific VINs — run your VIN to confirm.
1 safety recall, most serious first
1. Electrical system
What's wrong, in plain English: Wiring, modules, batteries. Short circuits can cause stalls or fires. CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES WERE BUILT WITH A CONDITION THAT PERMITS THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE TO CONTACT A WELD BEAD ON THE OIL TANK. THIS MAY CAUSE THE WELD BEAD TO ABRADE THROUGH THE INSULATION ON THE CABLE AND CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT FROM THE BATTERY THROUGH THE OIL TANK AND OIL LINES.
What could happen: THIS COULD LEAD TO AN OIL LEAK AND/OR POSSIBLE FIRE, WHICH COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH TO THE RIDER.
The fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A BATTERY CADDY THAT WILL PROTECT THE CABLE AND ENSURE PROPER CABLE ROUTING. THIS RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 4, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HARLEY-DAVIDSON AT 1-414-342-4080.
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 FXSTB.
- Book a repair at any authorized Harley-Davidson dealer. Quote NHTSA campaign 07V173000.
- The repair is free. By US law, safety recall repairs cost the owner nothing, no matter the car's age or mileage.
- Manufacturer hotline: 1-414-342-4080.
- 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: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Summary: CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES WERE BUILT WITH A CONDITION THAT PERMITS THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE TO CONTACT A WELD BEAD ON THE OIL TANK. THIS MAY CAUSE THE WELD BEAD TO ABRADE THROUGH THE INSULATION ON THE CABLE AND CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT FROM THE BATTERY THROUGH THE OIL TANK AND OIL LINES.
Consequence: THIS COULD LEAD TO AN OIL LEAK AND/OR POSSIBLE FIRE, WHICH COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH TO THE RIDER.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A BATTERY CADDY THAT WILL PROTECT THE CABLE AND ENSURE PROPER CABLE ROUTING. THIS RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 4, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HARLEY-DAVIDSON AT 1-414-342-4080.
Notes: HARLEY-DAVIDSON RECALL NO. 0130. 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
- Compact car fire extinguisher
- Portable jump starter
- 2007 Harley-Davidson Fxstb owner's manual
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Most complained-about parts: Engine (2), Suspension (1), Wheels / tires (1), Lights (1), Transmission / drivetrain (1).
Complaints are unverified reports from owners. A pattern (many complaints about the same part) matters more than any single one.
Read recent complaints (5)
03/13/2012 · Suspension
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HARLEY DAVIDSON FXSTB. WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT REMOVED A REAR WHEEL TO REPLACE THE TIRE AND NOTICED THAT THE SHOULDER OF THE HUB WAS WORN DOWN AROUND ITS CENTER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO DEFECT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 10,000. UPDATED 0…
04/09/2010 · Lights
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HARLEY DAVIDSON FXSTB MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATE SPEEDS OF 30 MPH, THE RUNNING AND BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED. THE CONTACT MADE REPAIRS TO THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THE ENTIRE BRAKE LIGHT ASSEMBLY NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BUT WOULD NOT PROVIDE ANY ASSISTANCE. THE CONTACT STATED THE…
09/22/2007 · Engine
AFTER RECENTLY PURCHASING A NEW MOTOR VEHICLE WITH ONLY (8) MILES THE (CYLINDER HEAD FAILED AFTER 229 MILES DRIVEN)......NO PARTS ARE AVAILABLE STILL UP TO THIS PRESENT TIME. *TR
09/02/2007 · Engine
NEW 2007 HARLEY DAVIDSON FXSTB WITH EXCESSIVE HEAT. UNBEARABLE ON WARM DAYS. ALSO A LOUD RATTLE COMING FROM THE DRIVE TRAIN. THE HIGH HEAT IS NOT ONLY DAMAGING THE MOTOR IT MORE IMPORTANTLY DAMAGES THE RIDER AND PASSENGER. THE FIX OFFERED BY HARLEY IS TO BUY $1500 OF UPGRADES. THIS IS A PROBLEM THAT ONLY A RECALL CAN FIX, IT IS NOT UP TO THE CONSUMER TO FOO…
06/14/2007 · Body / structure
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HARLEY DAVIDSON FXSTB. WHILE TRAVELING 65 MPH, THE CONTACT STRUCK A BUMP IN THE ROAD AND THE SUSPENSION BOTTOMED OUT. THE BUMP CAUSED THE REAR LICENSE PLATE AND BRACKET TO MAKE CONTACT WITH THE REAR TIRE. HE WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER PUT A LARGER BUMPER ON THE VEHICLE. THE # OF CYLINDERS WAS UNKN…