2020 Harley-Davidson Flhcs Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 5, 2025 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Flhcs years
Not enough data 2nd of 7 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Harley-Davidson Flhcs. That ranks 2nd out of 7 Flhcs model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 33%), typically at around 10 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2020 Harley-Davidson Flhcs problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System1 · ~10 mi
Other/i Am Not Sure1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System133%10——
Other/i Am Not Sure133%———
Vehicle Speed Control133%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2023, with 2 complaints
2021: 1202112023: 220232

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2020 Harley-Davidson Flhcs recalls (2)

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Suspension:rear:shock absorberJun 6, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V375000 · 82,117 vehicles

Problem: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Softail motorcycles. The mounting tab on the rear shock pre-load adjuster may break, allowing the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.

Risk: A sudden loss of tire pressure increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install a new bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 16, 2025. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0188. Some of the vehicles included in this recall were previously repaired under recall 23V591, and will need to have the new remedy completed.

Suspension:rear:shock absorberAug 22, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V591000 · 65,224 vehicles

Problem: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2018-2019 FLDE, 2018-2021 FLHC, 2018-2023 FLHCS, 2018 and 2023 FLHCS ANV, 2020-2023 FXLRS, 2022-2023 FXLRST, and 2022 FXRST Softail motorcycles. A fastener securing the rear shock absorber may break and allow the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.

Risk: A loss of tire pressure can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the shock absorber fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0181.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The contact owns a 2020 Harley Davidson FLHCS. The contact stated that while riding at an undisclosed speed, the speedometer display became foggy and unreadable. The contact was unable to determine the speed of the motorcycle. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The motorcycle was not…

Electrical System · received Sep 14, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11544519

Big tech or the military are killing us citizens via software

Other/i Am Not Sure · received Jun 8, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11526033

Throttle control sensor failed while riding motorcycle. Possibility of being hit or stranded on side of the road. Vehicle taken to Dealership, who confirmed that it was a Faulty Throttle Control Sensor. I have found that this has been a Known Issue on Harley Davidson Ride by Wire Throttle Control…

Vehicle Speed Control · received Jun 16, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11421109

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Harley-Davidson Flhcs?

Owners most often report electrical system, other/i am not sure, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2020 Harley-Davidson Flhcs?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2020 Harley-Davidson Flhcs a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Flhcs model years, the 2020 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.