2007 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 58 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 11.6 times the median Flhtcu year — the 2007 model ranks #3 of 17 Flhtcu years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Complainants reported 23 injuries in total across these filings.
The trouble concentrates in one system: engine issues account for 53% of all reports (31 of 58), far ahead of transmission at 13.
58
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
3
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
23
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2007 compare to other Flhtcu years?
What are the most common 2007 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 31 | 53% | new |
| Transmission | 13 | 22% | ▲ up |
| Speed Control | 4 | 7% | new |
| Brakes | 3 | 5% | new |
| Body & Structure | 2 | 3% | ▲ up |
| Other | 1 | 2% | new |
| Fuel System | 1 | 2% | new |
| Tires & Wheels | 1 | 2% | new |
| Electrical System | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Visibility & Wipers | 1 | 2% | new |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“2007 HARLEY-DAVIDSON TWIN CAM ENGINE HAS EXCESSIVE HEAT. WHENEVER AIR TEMPERATURE EXCEEDS 95 THE AIR COOLED ENGINE DOES NOT COOL PROPERLY. DUE TO EXCESSIVE HEAT FROM ENGINE, THE BACK OF MY LEGS ARE GETTING EXTREMELY HOT. IT IS DIFFICULT TO CONCENTRATE WHEN THIS HAPPENS. *TR”
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHTCU MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND THEY DIAGNOSED THAT A METAL PIECE WAS JAMMED IN THE CHAIN, BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE…”
“STARTED MY '07HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHTCU AND BACKED OUT OF PARKING STALL, BIKE WAS ALREADY IN 1ST GEAR, STARTED TO RELEASE THE CLUTCH TO MOVE THE BIKE WHEN THE ENGINE WENT TO FULL THROTTLE WITH NO INPUT FROM ME. THE BIKE LURCHED FORWARD SO I IMMEDIATELY TWISTED THE THROTTLE OFF AND APPLIED THE FRONT…”
“2007 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHTCU. CLUTCH CABLE CONTACT WITH REAR BRAKE LINE CAUSED HOLE TO BE WORN IN BRAKE LINE. TOTAL LOSS OF FLUID RESULTED IN FAILURE OF REAR BRAKE SYSTEM. CONTACTED HARLEY-DAVIDSON BAYSIDE IN PORTSMOUTH, VA AND THEY WOULD NOT COVER REPLACEMENT OF LINE. STATED THEY WOULD CALL COMPANY…”
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHTCU. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH AND GREATER AROUND THE CORNERS, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO WOBBLE FROM SIDE TO SIDE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL MOMENTARILY. THE VEHICLE STOPS WOBBLING ONCE THE VEHICLE SLOWS DOWN CONSIDERABLY. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN…”
2007 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu — common questions
Is the 2007 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 58 complaints put the 2007 model at #3 of 17 Flhtcu years. It is one of the Flhtcu years to avoid.
What are the most common 2007 Flhtcu problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (31 complaints), transmission (13 complaints), speed control (4 complaints).
Does the 2007 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2007 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu.
Which Harley-Davidson Flhtcu years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Flhtcu years to avoid are 2008, 2009, 2007, 2010. The cleanest record among Flhtcu years belongs to 1998.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.