HARLEY-DAVIDSON ELW 2020: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:MODULE:SOFTWARE
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V624000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| HARLEY-DAVIDSON | ELW | 2020 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2020-10-19 | 2020-10-08 | 2020-10-09 |
Manufacturers Involved: Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 0176
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:MODULE:SOFTWARE
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1012
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Harley-Davidson Motor Company "Harley-Davidson" is recalling certain 2020 LiveWire "ELW" motorcycles. The electric vehicle powertrain may unexpectedly shut down and not restart, due to a software issue in the Onboard Charging "OBC" system.
An unexpected loss of propulsion without the ability to restart may increase the risk of a crash.
Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will update the OBC software, free of charge. The recall began October 19, 2020. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0176.
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.safercar.gov.
