Does the 2008 Harley-Davidson Fxdb have any recalls?

1 recall found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: engine and engine cooling. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2008 Harley-Davidson Fxdb recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Harley-Davidson dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2008 Harley-Davidson Fxdb?

4 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2008 Harley-Davidson Fxdb recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

1 recall found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2008 Harley-Davidson Fxdb. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Harley-Davidson been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Harley-Davidson dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2008 Harley-Davidson Fxdb recalls, newest first

November 20, 2007NHTSA 07V535000538 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe

Summary: On certain motorcycles built and shipped to california, the catalytic muffler protective heat shield was not installed. This condition could allow direct contact with this muffler and cause injury.
Consequence: If contact occurs while riding, it could cause loss of control of the motorcycle, leading to injury or death.
Remedy: Dealers will install the heat shields to the mufflers free of charge. The recall began on November 26, 2007. Owners may contact Harley Davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2008 Harley-Davidson Fxdb with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Tires2
Power train › Driveline1
Suspension1
Wheels1

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Questions

Does the 2008 Harley-Davidson Fxdb have any recalls?: 1 recall found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: engine and engine cooling. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2008 Harley-Davidson Fxdb recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Harley-Davidson dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2008 Harley-Davidson Fxdb?: 4 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.