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Harley-Davidson FLH problems & recalls

NHTSA records for 1995–2021: 1 recall campaign and 5 owner complaints. Pick a model year.

199520002021

By year

YearRecallsComplaints
199504
200001
202110

What owners complain about (all years)

Electrical System3
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Structure1

Recent recalls

Exterior Lighting #22V781000 · 2022 · 199,419 units

Problem: Harley-davidson motor company (harley-davidson) is recalling certain 2019-2022 trike and cvo trike and 2020-2022 touring and cvo touring motorcycles. please refer to addendum a for specific vehicle model details. due to a software error, the brake lights may illuminate without the rider applying the brakes. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Risk: Unintended illumination of the brake lights may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the software on touring and cvo touring motorcycles. on trike and cvo trike motorcycles, a new pressure switch will also be installed. all repairs will be performed free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed november 2, 2022. owners may contact harley-davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. harley-davidson's number for this recall is 0635.

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