NHTSA Campaign Id 07V296000; Date: Jul. 11, 2007
This condition could cause the pant leg to char or burn, which could lead to the possibility of injury to the rider.
Recalled Vehicles:2006 Harley-davidson Xl1200l; 2007 Harley-davidson Xl1200l; 2007 Harley-davidson Xl1200n; 2006 Harley-davidson Xl1200r; 2007 Harley-davidson Xl1200r; 2007 Harley-davidson XL50; 2007 Harley-davidson XL883; 2007 Harley-davidson Xl883l; 2007 Harley-davidson Xl883r
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe
Manufactured by: Harley-davidson Motor Company
Affected Units:: 35,112
Recall Summary:Certain motorcycles were built with a condition whereby the pant leg of some riders can have direct contact with the exhaust pipe.
How to Fix:Dealers will add a new exhaust shield which provides additional coverage ofthe exhaust pipe. The recall began on July 12, 2007. Owners may contact harley-davidson at 1-414-343-4056.
Recall Notes:Harley davidson recall no. 0131. 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 12, 2007
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