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2020 Harley-Davidson FLTRXS Road Glide Special — Common Issues & Known Problems

Known Issues & Owner Reports

These are the most commonly reported issues and concerns from owners, mechanics, and community forums for the 2020 Harley-Davidson FLTRXS Road Glide Special.

Brake Light Software Error
Medium

Recall 22V781000: A software error could cause brake lights to remain illuminated, confusing other drivers.

Requires a simple dealer software update.
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Fluid Transfer (Transmission to Primary)
Medium

Oil can migrate from the transmission to the primary case through the clutch pushrod tunnel.

2020 models typically have the factory primary vent installed, which mostly solved this, but some still report transfer.
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H-D Connect Discontinuation
Low

The cellular connectivity feature (H-D Connect) was discontinued by Harley-Davidson in August 2020, rendering the remote monitoring features useless.

Affects all 2020 Touring models; the hardware remains on the bike but is inactive.
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Used Buying Inspection Checklist

What to look for when buying a used 2020 Harley-Davidson FLTRXS Road Glide Special.

Primary Oil Level

Check for 'fluid transfer' where transmission oil migrates into the primary. 2020 models have a factory vent, but some still exhibit the issue.

RDRS Presence

Verify if the bike has the optional RDRS package (look for the TC button on the left hand control and TPMS readouts on the screen) as it adds significant resale value.

Service History (1k/5k/10k)

Crucial for the Milwaukee-Eight engine to ensure the latest oil pump and primary vent were verified/installed correctly by the dealer.

Infotainment Software Version

Ensure the Boom! Box GTS is updated to the latest firmware to avoid navigation lag or Apple CarPlay connectivity issues.