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2020 Harley-Davidson FLHR problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHR — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

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Recalls

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Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

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Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2020 compare to other FLHR years?

FLHR NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted17 complaints1995: 6 complaints1997: 1 complaints1999: 9 complaints2001: 4 complaints2002: 2 complaints2003: 3 complaints2004: 1 complaints2005: 2 complaints2007: 5 complaints2008: 17 complaints2009: 15 complaints2010: 3 complaints2011: 10 complaints2012: 2 complaints2013: 2 complaints2014: 4 complaints2015: 2 complaints2017: 3 complaints2018: 4 complaints2019: 3 complaints2020: 1 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 0 complaints
FLHR NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHR problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Visibility & Wipers1100%

Does the 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHR have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

22V781000LightingOctober 18, 2022 · 199,419 units

Defect

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."

Consequence

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

Remedy

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 HARLEY-DAVIDSON LIVEWIRE (FLHR) MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REARVIEW MIRRORS FAILED TO ADJUST. THE CONTACT CALLED SAN JACINTO HARLEY-DAVIDSON (3636 EAST SAM HOUSTON PKWY S, PASADENA, TX 77505, [PHONE]) AND INFORMED THEM OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · November 1, 2019

2020 Harley-Davidson FLHR — common questions

Is the 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHR reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHR have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHR. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.