2019-2020 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUTG/FLRT - Traction Control System recall
NHTSA campaign: 19V843000
12,624 vehicles potentially affected
- Model years
- 2019-2020
- Makes
- Harley-Davidson
- Manufacturer
- Harley-Davidson Motor Company
- Component
- TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
- Potential units affected
- 12,624 (NHTSA estimate of the at-risk population)
- Reported
- 2019-11-22
Affected vehicles
- 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUTG
- 2020 Harley-Davidson FLRT
- 2019 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUTG
- 2019 Harley-Davidson FLRT
What’s the problem?
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2019-2020 FLHTCUTG, and FLRT Trike motorcycles. The Trike Traction Control System software may respond incorrectly to a faulty rear wheel speed signal by activating one of the rear brakes.
What could happen?
Unintended activation of one rear brake could lead to an unexpected change in vehicle direction which may increase the risk of a crash.
What’s the fix?
Harley-Davidson has notified owners, and dealers will update the traction control system software, free of charge. The recall began December 2, 2019. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0175.