Does the 2020 Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe have any recalls?

Transport Canada lists 2 campaigns and the U.S. NHTSA lists 0 for the 2020 Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe. Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.

How do I know if a recall applies to my 2020 Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe?

Recalls are matched by make, model and model year, but many cover only certain VIN ranges. Confirm with your manufacturer or dealer using your full VIN, or use the official Transport Canada or NHTSA lookup.

Are recall repairs free?

Yes. In both Canada and the United States the manufacturer must fix a recalled defect at no charge, through a franchised dealer.

RECALLS — MAKE · MODEL · YEAR

2020 Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe recalls

2 safety recall campaigns have been filed for the 2020 Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe with Transport Canada and the U.S. NHTSA. Here is what both agencies say.

Canadian recalls: 02
U.S. recalls: 00
Total campaigns: 02

Transport Canada recalls

Accessories#2025312June 10, 2025
49 units affected
Issue: This recall is for rear shock absorber kits that were installed before delivery or sold as a dealer accessory. On certain motorcycles, the mounting bracket for the rear shock absorber adjuster could break. If this happens, the shock absorber adjuster could move and damage the rear tire. This could lead to a sudden loss of air pressure and a tire failure. Note: Motorcycles that were repaired under recall 0182 (Transport Canada recall no. 2023-475) also require this repair. This recall affects the following parts: • profile low rear suspension, part number 54000134 • tall rear shock, part number 54000294 Safety Risk: A tire failure could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Harley-Davidson will notify registered owners by mail and advise you to take your motorcycle to a dealership to replace the rear shock mounting bracket. If you have purchased one of these accessory parts, you can contact Harley-Davidson or a local dealer to determine if your shock absorber kit is affected by this recall.
Accessories#2023475August 24, 2023
103 units affected
Issue: This recall is for rear shock absorber kits that were installed before delivery or sold as a dealer accessory. On certain motorcycles, the screw that attaches the rear shock absorber adjuster could break. If this happens, the shock absorber adjuster could move and damage the rear tire. This could lead to a sudden loss of air pressure and a tire failure. Note: This recall affects the following parts: • profile low rear suspension, part number 54000134 • tall rear shock, part number 54000294 Safety Risk: A tire failure could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Harley-Davidson will notify registered owners by mail and advise you to take your motorcycle to a dealership to replace the rear shock adjuster screw. If you have purchased one of these accessory parts, you can contact Harley-Davidson or a local dealer to determine if your shock absorber kit is affected by this recall.

Canadian data updated August 24, 2026

U.S. NHTSA recalls

No recalls found for this make, model, and year.

Does this recall apply to my vehicle?

Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.

What to do

Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer in both countries. To confirm a recall applies to your specific vehicle, or to book the work, contact your manufacturer or dealer with your full VIN, or use the official channel:

NHTSA recall lookup (search by VIN) — U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Defects and recalls database — Transport Canada

Check a 2020 Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe VIN

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