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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 22V781📅 Oct 19, 2022

2019–2022 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg & 2019–2022 Harley-Davidson Flrt + 19 more recall: lights

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
22V781000
Manufacturer recall #
0635
Manufacturer
Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Vehicles affected
199,419
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Owner phone
1-800-258-2464
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Nov 2, 2022
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 22V781 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 22V781?

2019–2022 Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg & 2019–2022 Harley-Davidson Flrt + 19 more. 199,419 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Harley-Davidson dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-258-2464.