NHTSA Recall 22V781000: Brake lights (exterior lighting)
Harley-Davidson Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 199,419 vehicles. It affects 21 models including the Harley-Davidson Flh.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V781000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 0635 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS |
| Report received | October 18, 2022 |
| Owner notification | November 2, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Trike and CVO Trike and 2020-2022 Touring and CVO Touring motorcycles. Please refer to Addendum A for specific vehicle model details. Due to a software error, the brake lights may illuminate without the rider applying the brakes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
Unintended illumination of the brake lights may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V781000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson Flh | 2021 |
| Harley-Davidson Flhp | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Harley-Davidson Flhr | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Harley-Davidson Flhrxs | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Harley-Davidson Flht | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Harley-Davidson Flhtcutg | 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Harley-Davidson Flhtcutgse | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Harley-Davidson Flhtk | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Harley-Davidson Flhtk Shrine | 2021, 2022 |
| Harley-Davidson Flhtkse | 2020, 2021 |
| Harley-Davidson Flhx | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Harley-Davidson Flhxs | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Harley-Davidson Flhxse | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Harley-Davidson Flhxst | 2022 |
| Harley-Davidson Flrt | 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Harley-Davidson Fltrk | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Harley-Davidson Fltrkse | 2022 |
| Harley-Davidson Fltrx | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Harley-Davidson Fltrxs | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Harley-Davidson Fltrxse | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Harley-Davidson Fltrxst | 2022 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.