- The 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."
- The risk
- Unintended illumination of the brake lights may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The 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.
Vehicle safety record
2020 Harley-Davidson Flrt Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2020 Harley-Davidson Flrt with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (1) and the engine & cooling (1). Those complaints describe 1 fire. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in October 2022 for the brake lights. For comparison, the 2019 has 0 and the 2021 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical Flrt year, for its age
#347 most complained-about 2020 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2020 Harley-Davidson Flrt problems
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2020 Harley-Davidson Flrt recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2019-2020 FLHTCUTG, and FLRT Trike motorcycles. The Trike Traction Control System software may respond incorrectly to a faulty rear wheel speed signal by activating one of the rear brakes.
- The risk
- Unintended activation of one rear brake could lead to an unexpected change in vehicle direction which may increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Harley-Davidson has notified owners, and dealers will update the traction control system software, free of charge. The recall began December 2, 2019. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0175.
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2020 Harley-Davidson Flrt
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
wiring caught fire spark plug cables ignited and melted
Harley-Davidson Flrt: every year compared
All Flrt years2020 Harley-Davidson Flrt vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Harley-Davidson Flrt | 1 | 2 | F | |
| 2020 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg | 4 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2020 Harley-Davidson Flhcs | 3 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2020 Harley-Davidson Flhxs | 2 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2020 Harley-Davidson Flhr | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2020 Harley-Davidson Flhx | 1 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 2020 Harley-Davidson Flhtk | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2020 Harley-Davidson Flde | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2020 Harley-Davidson Flhxse | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2020 Harley-Davidson Flrt
Does the 2020 Harley-Davidson Flrt have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Harley-Davidson Flrt: brake lights (October 2022); traction control system (November 2019). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Harley-Davidson Flrt?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (1), engine & cooling (1).
How many complaints has the 2020 Harley-Davidson Flrt had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 14, 2024 and the latest on October 14, 2024. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2020 Harley-Davidson Flrt a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 24 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Harley-Davidson Flrt year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Harley-Davidson Flrt years have the most complaints?
2016 (6), 2020 (1). See every Harley-Davidson Flrt year compared.
What should I do if my 2020 Harley-Davidson Flrt has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data