2007 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL883
3 recalls, 4 complaints - 7 TSBs
07V296000 Jul 11, 2007
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
Defect Description
CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES WERE BUILT WITH A CONDITION WHEREBY THE PANT LEG OF SOME RIDERS CAN HAVE DIRECT CONTACT WITH THE EXHAUST PIPE.
Consequence
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.
07V025000 Feb 1, 2007
TIRES
Defect Description
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.
06V476000 Dec 19, 2006
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Defect Description
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... Read more
Consequence
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 ... Read more
Complaint Statistics
4 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND | 1 |
STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND
Nov 30, 2008
Incident date: Nov 9, 2008
MY HARLEY DAVIDSON 2007 XL883 SPORTSTER...THE BAR AND EYELET WHICH HOLDS THE SPRING FOR THE KICKSTAND HANGS DOWN WAY TO FAR. THIS SITUATION HAS CAUSED MY THE EYELET AND BAR TO BREAK OFF TWO TIMES. THIS IS A SERIOUS PROBLEM AS WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE KICKSTAND WILL NOT STAY UP, AND ONE MUST TIE IT UP ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Nov 8, 2007
Incident date: Nov 5, 2007
ELECTRICAL PROBLEM SEEMINGLY ENDEMIC TO ALL 2007 HARLEY DAVIDSON SPORTSTER MODELS WHEREIN THE BATTERY IS DRAINED AND MOTORCYCLE UNABLE TO START. THIS IS DANGEROUS IN REMOTE LOCATIONS UNDER ADVERSE CONDITIONS. SEE FOLLOWING: HTTP://XLFORUM.NET/VBPORTAL/FORUMS/SHOWTHREAD.PHP?T=70840 *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY
Nov 8, 2007
Incident date: Nov 5, 2007
ELECTRICAL PROBLEM SEEMINGLY ENDEMIC TO ALL 2007 HARLEY DAVIDSON SPORTSTER MODELS WHEREIN THE BATTERY IS DRAINED AND MOTORCYCLE UNABLE TO START. THIS IS DANGEROUS IN REMOTE LOCATIONS UNDER ADVERSE CONDITIONS. SEE FOLLOWING: HTTP://XLFORUM.NET/VBPORTAL/FORUMS/SHOWTHREAD.PHP?T=70840 *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Nov 8, 2007
Incident date: Nov 5, 2007
ELECTRICAL PROBLEM SEEMINGLY ENDEMIC TO ALL 2007 HARLEY DAVIDSON SPORTSTER MODELS WHEREIN THE BATTERY IS DRAINED AND MOTORCYCLE UNABLE TO START. THIS IS DANGEROUS IN REMOTE LOCATIONS UNDER ADVERSE CONDITIONS. SEE FOLLOWING: HTTP://XLFORUM.NET/VBPORTAL/FORUMS/SHOWTHREAD.PHP?T=70840 *TR
Technical Service Bulletins, 2007 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL883
7 manufacturer communications from 3 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 2 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
| 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
PAB1146
Dec 21, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
GENUINE 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 an
PAB1144
Dec 18, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
GENUINE 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 202
PAB1144
Dec 18, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
GENUINE 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 202
PAB1144
Nov 9, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
GENUINE 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 Harl
PAB1144
Nov 9, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
GENUINE 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 Harl
TT451
Jan 14, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Noise 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 en
TT451
Jan 14, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Noise 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 en
HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL883 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL883 across all model years (2003, 2007).
4
Total Recalls
22
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths