NHTSA recall 20V624000
Electrical system › Propulsion system › Charging › Module › Software
Harley-Davidson/livewire Elw (livewire)
Reported Oct 8, 20201,012 vehicles affectedHarley-Davidson Motor CompanyMaker’s number 0176
The defect
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.
The risk
An unexpected loss of propulsion without the ability to restart may increase the risk of a crash.
The 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.