Use cautionVehicle recall · NHTSA · Published August 22, 2023
Harley-Davidson 2020 FLHCS Suspension Recall: Risk of Loss of Tire Pressure
Harley-Davidson is recalling certain 2020 FLHCS motorcycles due to a rear shock absorber fastener that may break, causing loss of tire pressure and vehicle control. Owners must have the shock absorber replaced free of charge.
Harley-Davidson is recalling 2020 FLHCS motorcycles because a rear shock absorber fastener can break, leading to loss of tire pressure and potential vehicle control issues. This recall affects owners who need to have the shock absorber replaced by a dealer to prevent crashes. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/79595-harley-davidson-2020-flhcs-suspension-recall-risk-of-loss-of.
“Harley-Davidson 2020 FLHCS Suspension Recall: Risk of Loss of Tire Pressure.” GovInfoNow, updated August 18, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/79595-harley-davidson-2020-flhcs-suspension-recall-risk-of-loss-of. Based on NHTSA recall #23V591000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V591000).
Harley-Davidson Motor Company recalled certain Softail motorcycles due to a rear shock absorber fastener that may break, causing tire pressure loss and increasing crash risk. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced the recall on August 22, 2023. Dealers will replace the fastener free of charge.
How to tell if you have it
Harley-Davidson FLDE, 2018-2019
Harley-Davidson FLHC, 2018-2021
Harley-Davidson FLHCS, 2018-2023
Harley-Davidson FLHCS ANV, 2018, 2023
Harley-Davidson FXLRS, 2020-2023
Harley-Davidson FXLRST, 2022-2023
Harley-Davidson FXRST, 2022
What to do
Dealers will replace the shock absorber fastener, free of charge. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0181.
The hazard
A fastener securing the rear shock absorber may break and allow the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure. This can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show Harley-Davidson Motor Company has 43 other recalls on record since January 12, 2009. Recent similar recalls include a Harley-Davidson 2025 FLHC motorcycle rear brake line recall (April 13, 2026) and a Harley-Davidson 2021-2026 RH1250S Sportster S steering triple clamp fracture risk recall (February 9, 2026). Other recent recalls of similar products include a Ducati Panigale V4 S sudden rear brake loss risk recall (January 28, 2026), a Honda 2026 Passport suspension loose bolts risk crash recall (July 1, 2026), and a Honda 2020 Acura MDX rear suspension failure risk recall (April 6, 2026).
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your motorcycle is a 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHCS model. The recall covers specific years and models listed in the official notice.
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 replacement of the shock absorber fastener.
Get the shock absorber replaced
Dealers will replace the shock absorber fastener free of charge to prevent loss of tire pressure.
Official remedy
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will replace the shock absorber fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0181.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
Owners were mailed letters 17 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.
Take action
Contact Harley-Davidson
We’ve drafted a message you can send Harley-Davidson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 23V591000 — Harley-Davidson 2020 FLHCS Suspension Recall: Risk of Loss of Tire Pressure
Hello,
I own a Harley-Davidson 2020 FLHCS Suspension Recall: Risk of Loss of Tire Pressure that is covered by recall 23V591000 from Harley-Davidson.
The official recall notice states: Dealers will replace the shock absorber fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0181.
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.
Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on August 18, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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