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2007 Harley-Davidson Flstf problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 16 complaints on file for the 2007 Harley-Davidson Flstf — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

16

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other Flstf years?

Flstf NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted16 complaints1989: 0 complaints1990: 0 complaints1991: 0 complaints1992: 1 complaints1998: 1 complaints1999: 0 complaints2000: 8 complaints2001: 3 complaints2002: 2 complaints2003: 0 complaints2004: 0 complaints2005: 3 complaints2006: 4 complaints2007: 16 complaints2008: 1 complaints2009: 2 complaints2010: 3 complaints2011: 2 complaints
Flstf NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Harley-Davidson Flstf problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Suspension638%
Body & Structure319%
Tires & Wheels319%
Electrical System16%
Steering16%
Engine16%
Other16%

Does the 2007 Harley-Davidson Flstf have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

07V173000Electrical SystemApril 26, 2007 · 52,240 units

Defect

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“ON MY 2007 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FATBOY, THE FRONT AXLE TILTS/LEANS TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BIKE. THIS HAS DONE TWO THINGS. FIRST, IT HAS REDUCED THE AMOUNT OF TREAD THAT IS AVAILABLE FOR MAKING RIGHT HAND TURNS. SECONDLY, AND MOST IMPORTANTLY IT IS WEARING ONLY ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE TIRE. THE TIRE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · April 4, 2008 · crash

“ON MY 2007 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FATBOY, THE FRONT AXLE TILTS/LEANS TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BIKE. THIS HAS DONE TWO THINGS. FIRST, IT HAS REDUCED THE AMOUNT OF TREAD THAT IS AVAILABLE FOR MAKING RIGHT HAND TURNS. SECONDLY, AND MOST IMPORTANTLY IT IS WEARING ONLY ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE TIRE. THE TIRE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · April 4, 2008 · crash

“MY 2007 HARLEYDAVIDSON FLSTF (FAT BOY) WAS ENGINEERED WITH A DEFECT (FRONT WHEEL IS DESIGNED 3/4" OFF CENTER BETWEEN THE FORK TUBES) WHICH LEAVES THE MOTORCYCLE PRONE TO "HIGH SPEED WOBBLE" AND TO DRIFT OFF CENTER AT MODERATE SPEEDS. A HIGH SPEED WOBBLE CAN BE DEADLY ON A MOTORCYCLE. I ALMOST…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · March 13, 2008

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLSTF. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE IGNITION SWITCH BEGAN TO SMOKE ALONG WITH SPARKS. THE SWITCH WAS LOCATED ON TOP OF THE FUEL TANK. THE ENGINE STALLED AND THEN ALL OF THE LIGHTS TURNED OFF. HE WAS ABLE TO SAFELY PULL TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 14, 2009 · fire

2007 Harley-Davidson Flstf — common questions

Is the 2007 Harley-Davidson Flstf reliable?

The record is thin — 16 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2007 Flstf problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are suspension (6 complaints), tires & wheels (3 complaints), body & structure (3 complaints).

Does the 2007 Harley-Davidson Flstf have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2007 Harley-Davidson Flstf. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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.