2020 Royal Enfield Himalayan recalls and problems

The 2020 Royal Enfield Himalayan has 1 safety recall and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Royal Enfield dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2020 Royal Enfield Himalayan vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2020 Royal Enfield Himalayan recalls

Recall 23V-129: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Feb 27, 2023 · 4,891 vehicles affected · Royal Enfield North America Limited

Problem: Royal Enfield North America Limited (Royal Enfield) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Himalayan motorcycles. The salt used to treat the roads in the winter may corrode the brake calipers, causing a decrease or total loss of brake function.

Risk: A loss of brake function can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the front and rear brake calipers, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact Royal Enfield's customer service at 1-866-600-1122. Royal Enfield's number for this recall is SC-31.

2020 Royal Enfield Himalayan problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2
Power Train1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 45,000 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 Royal Enfield Himalayan complaints

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

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 45,000 miles · reported May 18, 2023
The contact owns a 2020 Royal Enfield Himalayan. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V129000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the motorcycle was a dragging while riding. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Power Train · at 4,000 miles · reported Sep 9, 2020
The engine shuts off. Sometimes sitting at a stoplight. Sometimes moving through traffic. Or sometimes at highway speed as it did today. Generally turn the key off turn the key back on and the engine comes back to life. This is about the 15th time it's happened.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Royal Enfield Himalayan have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 Royal Enfield Himalayan: 23V-129 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2020 Royal Enfield Himalayan?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (2 reports), followed by power train (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 45,000 miles.

Are Royal Enfield recall repairs free?

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