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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 20V624000

2020 Harley-Davidson/Livewire Elw (Livewire) — Electrical system: propulsion system: charging: module: software

Published October 9, 2020 · Recall initiated: October 8, 2020

Summary

NHTSA records recall 20V624000, published October 9, 2020 and initiated October 8, 2020. Recalling firm: Harley-Davidson Motor Company; 2020 Harley-Davidson/Livewire Elw (Livewire) — Electrical system: propulsion system: charging: module: software.

What's the hazard

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.

What to do

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.

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Recall details

Brand
HARLEY-DAVIDSON/LIVEWIRE
Model
ELW (LIVEWIRE)
Manufacturer
Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Lot
2020 HARLEY-DAVIDSON/LIVEWIRE ELW (LIVEWIRE)
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2020 Harley-Davidson/Livewire Elw (Livewire) — Electrical system: propulsion system: charging: module: software recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V624000 on October 9, 2020. Reported hazard: 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: HARLEY-DAVIDSON/LIVEWIRE. Model: ELW (LIVEWIRE).

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)