2020 Harley-Davidson FLHXS recalls and problems

The 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHXS has 1 safety recall and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Harley-Davidson dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
2
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHXS vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2020 Harley-Davidson FLHXS recalls

Recall 22V-781: Exterior Lighting

Reported Oct 18, 2022 · 199,419 vehicles affected · Harley-Davidson Motor Company

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.

2020 Harley-Davidson FLHXS problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Steering1
Electrical System1

Most reported parts

  • Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses and Circuit Breakers — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 5,100 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHXS complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · at 5,100 miles · reported Jun 12, 2023
The contact owns a 2020 Harley Davidson FLHX Street Glide. The contact stated while riding approximately 60 MPH, the battery started draining and the motorcycle started losing motive power. The contact stated that the "Device connected to the USB port Draining Power - Disconnect Device” message was displayed. The contact rode to a dealer where and was informed that a fuse was blown; however, the cause for the blown fuse was unknown. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The motorcycle was repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 5,100.
Steering · reported Sep 19, 2021
I purchased this bike brand new from Superstition Harley Davidson in 2021. I noticed early on when riding on a straight freeway that the front end seemed to lean right. At first, I thought this was an optical allusion. Upon close inspection, I noticed that the fairing was tweaked to the left and actually rubbed on the clutch hydraulic line. (almost like someone from the factory or the dealer tried compensating for the front end "twist"). I took the bike in under warranty and requested that they properly align every thing up. They aligned the fairing of equal distance on both sides of the…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHXS have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHXS: 22V-781 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHXS?

Owners report steering problems most often (1 reports), followed by electrical system (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 5,100 miles.

Are Harley-Davidson recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Harley-Davidson dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.