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.
A loss of tire pressure can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
A fastener securing the rear shock absorber may break, allowing the adjuster to damage the rear tire. This can cause a loss of tire pressure, which increases the risk of losing vehicle control and crashing.
Owners of 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHCS motorcycles are affected. Riders using these motorcycles without the fix are at risk of losing tire pressure and vehicle control.
Check if your motorcycle is a 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHCS model. The recall covers specific years and models listed in the official notice.
Call 1-800-258-2464 to schedule a replacement of the shock absorber fastener.
Dealers will replace the shock absorber fastener free of charge to prevent loss of tire pressure.
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.
The recall affects 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHCS motorcycles.
Dealers will replace the shock absorber fastener free of charge. Contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464.
The recall notice does not specify a deadline for the fix.
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 Harley-Davidson Hello, I own a Harley-Davidson 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.
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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.
