Broken bolt on removal. Too much loctite/wrong loctite. Tappet cuff (anti-rotational) bolt. Causes catastrophic engine failure.
The worst 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHX problems
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Recalls 1
Exterior lighting: brake lights
- What is wrong
- 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."
- 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.
Recall number 22V781000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHX 82
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- TIRE TREAD DEPTH GUIDE-UPDATE. PURPOSE: [Revision C. Updated: Tire Tread Depth Guide
- Battery warranty guidelines
- TIRE TREAD DEPTH GUIDE-UPDATE. PURPOSE: [Revision B. Updated: Tire Tread Depth Guide
- BATTERY WARRANTY GUIDELINES. PURPOSE: [Revision F. Added: Added video link for the DCA-8000 Battery Tester
- Battery warranty guidelines
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Cosmetic cylinder staining (all milwaukee-eight models)
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
- Digital technician II - updates and release notes
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Questions about the 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHX
Is the 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHX reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHX, fewer than a typical FLHX model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHX?
Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2020 Harley-Davidson FLHX have?
1 recall, covering exterior lighting.
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