Harley-Davidson · Canada · Crit
Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe (Flstn), Fat Boy (Flstf) +8 more: Electrical
Affects Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe (Flstn), Fat Boy (Flstf), Softail Springer Classic (Flstsc), Screamin' Eagle Softail Springer (Fxstsse), Softail Deuce (Fxstd), Softail Night Train (Fxstb), Heritage Softail Classic Shrine (Flstc), Softail Standard (Fxst), Softail Custom (Fxstc), Heritage Softail Classic (Flstc) · 2007 — about 2K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain motorcycles, the positive battery cable may contact a weld bead on the oil tank. This may cause the weld bead to abrade through the cable's insulation and cause an electrical short from the battery through the oil tank and oil lines. This could lead to an oil leak and/or fire, which could result in injury or death to the rider. Correction: Dealers will install a battery caddy with a cable routing channel and protective shield.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.