| Issue ID | 638974 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10198521 |
| Manufacurer | HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY |
| Brand | HARLEY DAVIDSON |
| Model | FLHTC |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| File date | 27/07/07 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANI |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Purchased a 2007 ultra classic electra glide harley davidson on july 27. I had to return the bike this week and get my money back. This model has a heat problem which harley davidson and the dealers are aware of, they are selling these and not letting the consumer know about it. Once you are aware of this, they don't know how to solve it but they will change some things at your expense. I paid alot of money for this, not intending to go home and have to change it right away. The pipe under the seat gets so hot that it glows bright red. It burnt the passengers leg. After i complained enough, they agreed to take it back and return my money. They say that the 2008 models have the same problem. Why let them sell these? It's a shame because i have eight other harley's in my garage. The dealers are saying that the epa won't let them fix this problem and if the consumer fixes it, he is facing a $10,000 fine. What's wrong with this picture? |
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| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | KANSAS CIT, MO |
| VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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