Harley-Davidson 2026 motorcycles recalled for forward motion risk
Harley-Davidson is recalling certain 2026 FLHXLSE, FLTRXSTSE, FLHXSTSE, FLHXSE, FLHXL, FLTRXP, FLTRX, FLTRXL, and FLHX motorcycles. The engine control module may show the transmission in neutral when it is actually in gear, so the motorcycle can move forward unintentionally, increasing the risk of injury.
From the NHTSA notice · Read the official notice ↗
What to do
- Contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464 to arrange the free repair. Harley-Davidson's recall number is 0194.
- Take the motorcycle to a Harley-Davidson dealer, which will replace the gear position sensor at no charge.
- Look for the owner notification letter, which is expected to be mailed November 16, 2026. You can also check whether your VIN is involved by searching NHTSA.gov.
Is yours affected?
Compare your label or packaging with the recalled product.
- Products
- 2026 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHX · 2026 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHXL · 2026 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHXLSE · 2026 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHXSE · 2026 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHXSTSE · 2026 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLTRX · 2026 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLTRXL · 2026 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLTRXP · 2026 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLTRXSTSE
Details
- Units affected
- 21643
- Recall number
- 26V730000
In the NHTSA's words
- Description
- Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2026 FLHXLSE, FLTRXSTSE, FLHXSTSE, FLHXSE, FLHXL, FLTRXP, FLTRX, FLTRXL, and FLHX motorcycles. The engine control module (ECM) may communicate the incorrect gear position of neutral when the transmission is actually in gear. The motorcycle can experience unintended forward motion, increasing the risk of an injury.
- Hazard
- The motorcycle can experience unintended forward motion, increasing the risk of an injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the gear position sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 16, 2026. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 6, 2025. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0194.