MYRModel Year Report

2007 Harley-Davidson Softail

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2007 Harley-Davidson Softail
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:26:36.866Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Harley-Davidson Softail Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2007 highlighted. 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1996: 3 complaints 1997: 1 complaints 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 0 complaints 2000: 7 complaints 2001: 2 complaints 2001 2002: 4 complaints 2003: 7 complaints 2004: 4 complaints 2004 2005: 4 complaints 2007: 2 complaints 2007 2008: 1 complaints 2008 2010: 1 complaints 2011: 3 complaints 2012: 3 complaints 2012 2013: 1 complaints 2013
2007: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19953
19963
19971
19983
19990
20007
20012
20024
20037
20044
20054
20072
20081
20101
20113
20123
20131

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 2 total reports mentions: power train.

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WHILE DRIVING A 2007 HARLEY DAVIDSON NIGHT TRAIN. I STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT ON HIGHWAY 12 IN BURBANK, WA. WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN, AND I GAVE THROTTLE, THE DRIVE BELT AND THE DRIVE TRAIN WHERE IT ATTACHES TO THE REAR HUG PULLED OUT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100620

EQUIPMENT

1 of 2 total reports mentions: equipment.

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WHILE DRIVING A 2007 HARLEY DAVIDSON NIGHT TRAIN. I STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT ON HIGHWAY 12 IN BURBANK, WA. WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN, AND I GAVE THROTTLE, THE DRIVE BELT AND THE DRIVE TRAIN WHERE IT ATTACHES TO THE REAR HUG PULLED OUT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100620

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HARLEY DAVIDSON SOFTAIL DELUXE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 07V173000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES) ON MAY 8 2007.

NHTSA ODI report, 20071024

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20070504 — electrical system

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 CA

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.

Campaign 07V173000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2007 Harley-Davidson Softail — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for equipment issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 07V173000 (electrical system) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2007 Harley-Davidson Softail reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Harley-Davidson Softail?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2007 Harley-Davidson Softail have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.