Vehicle recall 07V535000 · November 20, 2007
Harley-Davidson FXD, Fxdb and 3 more models
On certain motorcycles built and shipped to california, the catalytic muffler protective heat shield was not installed.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- 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.
- Notes
- Harley-davidson recall no. 0133.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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 07V535000
- Reported to NHTSA
- November 20, 2007
- Filed by
- HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY
- Manufacturer campaign
- 0133
- Owner notification
- November 26, 2007
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 538
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Harley-Davidson FXD (2008): 2008
- Harley-Davidson Fxdb (2008): 2008
- Harley-Davidson Fxdc (2008): 2008
- Harley-Davidson Fxdl (2008): 2008
- Harley-Davidson Fxdwg (2008): 2008
Has your Harley-Davidson been repaired?
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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.