Safety Recall NHTSA · 07V173000 Reported April 26, 2007

Battery cable contacts weld on oil tank

Q: What is recall 07V173000?

NHTSA recall 07V173000 was issued by Harley-davidson Motor Company on April 26, 2007. It addresses: Battery cable contacts weld on oil tank. The recall affects approximately 52,240 vehicles , with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Harley-davidson Motor Company · Electrical System · 52,240 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

07V173000

Manufacturer Campaign

0130

Manufacturer

Harley-davidson Motor Company

Component

Electrical System

Vehicles Affected

52,240

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

April 26, 2007

Defect Summary

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 cable and cause an electrical short from the battery through the oil tank and oil lines.

Safety Consequence

This could lead to an oil leak and/or possible fire, which could result in injury or death to the rider.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Harley-davidson Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 07V173000 or campaign 0130.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 07V173000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 07V173000?

NHTSA recall 07V173000 was issued by Harley-davidson Motor Company on April 26, 2007. It addresses: Battery cable contacts weld on oil tank. The recall affects approximately 52,240 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Harley-davidson Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 07V173000 or the manufacturer campaign number 0130. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.