NHTSA vehicle safety data
2020 HARLEY-DAVIDSON/LIVEWIRE ELW (LIVEWIRE) Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2020 HARLEY-DAVIDSON/LIVEWIRE ELW (LIVEWIRE) has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized HARLEY-DAVIDSON/LIVEWIRE dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2020 HARLEY-DAVIDSON/LIVEWIRE ELW (LIVEWIRE). Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:MODULE:SOFTWARE
NHTSA #20V624000Reported October 8, 2020 · Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Potentially affected: 1,012 vehicles
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
An unexpected loss of propulsion without the ability to restart may increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
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.safercar.gov.
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