2020 Harley-Davidson/livewire Elw (livewire) Recall: Electric vehicle powertrain may unexpectedly shut down and not restart…
NHTSA campaign 20V624000 · Electrical System · filed Oct 8, 2020 · verified Jul 30, 2026
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.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — 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.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson/livewire | Elw (livewire) | 2020 |
Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 20V624000 (manufacturer number 0176). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.