Harley-Davidson recalls 2020-2022 Touring and Trike models with brake lights that may illuminate without braking, risking crashes. Free software update or pressure switch fix available.
Harley-Davidson is recalling certain 2020-2022 Touring and Trike motorcycles because brake lights can turn on without the rider pressing the brake. This could confuse other drivers and cause crashes. The fix involves a free software update or pressure switch installation. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/79593-harley-davidson-2020-flhr-brake-light-glitch-risks-crash-confusion.
“Harley-Davidson 2020 FLHR: Brake Light Glitch Risks Crash Confusion.” GovInfoNow, updated August 18, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/79593-harley-davidson-2020-flhr-brake-light-glitch-risks-crash-confusion. Based on NHTSA recall #22V781000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V781000).
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced on Oct. 18, 2022, that Harley-Davidson is recalling certain Touring, CVO Touring, Trike and CVO Trike motorcycles due to brake lights that may illuminate without braking. Owners should contact the manufacturer for a free software update or part installation.
How to tell if you have it
Harley-Davidson FLHP, 2020-2022
Harley-Davidson FLHRXS, 2020-2022
Harley-Davidson FLHR, 2020-2022
Harley-Davidson FLHTCUTGSE, 2020-2022
Harley-Davidson FLHTCUTG, 2019-2022
Harley-Davidson FLHTK SHRINE, 2021-2022
Harley-Davidson FLHTKSE, 2020-2021
Harley-Davidson FLHTK, 2020-2022
Harley-Davidson FLHT, 2020-2022
Harley-Davidson FLHXSE, 2020-2022
Harley-Davidson FLHXST, 2022
Harley-Davidson FLHXS, 2020-2022
Harley-Davidson FLHX, 2020-2022
Harley-Davidson FLH, 2021
Harley-Davidson FLRT, 2019-2022
Harley-Davidson FLTRKSE, 2022
Harley-Davidson FLTRK, 2020-2022
Harley-Davidson FLTRXSE, 2020-2022
Harley-Davidson FLTRXST, 2022
Harley-Davidson FLTRXS, 2020-2022
Harley-Davidson FLTRX, 2020-2022
What to do
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. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464.
The hazard
According to the NHTSA, a software error may cause the brake lights to illuminate without the rider applying the brakes. This unintended illumination may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show Harley-Davidson Motor Company has 43 other recalls on record since Jan. 12, 2009. Other recent recalls of similar products include Honda 2024 CBR650R (Dec. 23, 2025), BMW 2026 S 1000 RR (Feb. 26, 2026) and Ford F-53 2025 (Jan. 21, 2026). NHTSA records show manufacturers have sent 72 technical service bulletins covering the 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHP as of Sept. 17, 2026.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your motorcycle is a 2020-2022 Touring or Trike model. The recall covers specific models listed in Addendum A, which was mailed to owners in November 2022.
Brand
Harley-Davidson
Category
Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy
What to do — step by step
Contact Harley-Davidson
Call 1-800-258-2464 to schedule a free repair for your motorcycle.
Get Software Update
Dealers will update the software on Touring and CVO Touring motorcycles to fix the brake light issue.
Install Pressure Switch
On Trike and CVO Trike motorcycles, dealers will install a new pressure switch to prevent unintended brake light illumination.
Official remedy
What NHTSA says to do
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.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
Owners were mailed letters 15 days after NHTSA received the defect report.
1NHTSA received the defect report
2Owner letters mailed
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Subject: Recall 22V781000 — Harley-Davidson 2020 FLHR: Brake Light Glitch Risks Crash Confusion
Hello,
I own a Harley-Davidson 2020 FLHR: Brake Light Glitch Risks Crash Confusion that is covered by recall 22V781000 from Harley-Davidson.
The official recall notice states: 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.
I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?
Thank you.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
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