Harley-Davidson · Canada · Crit
Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe (Flstn), Softail Deuce (Fxstd) +8 more: Electrical
Affects Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe (Flstn), Softail Deuce (Fxstd), Softail Standard (Fxst), Heritage Softail Classic Shrine (Flstc), Fat Boy (Flstf), Softail Custom (Fxstc), Softail Night Train (Fxstb), Screamin' Eagle Softail Springer (Fxstsse), Softail Springer Classic (Flstsc), 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.