2021-2025 Harley-Davidson RH1250S - Steering recall
NHTSA campaign: 25V590000
8,424 vehicles potentially affected
- Model years
- 2021-2025
- Makes
- Harley-Davidson
- Manufacturer
- Harley-Davidson Motor Company
- Component
- STEERING:LINKAGES
- Potential units affected
- 8,424 (NHTSA estimate of the at-risk population)
- Reported
- 2025-09-10
Affected vehicles
- 2025 Harley-Davidson RH1250S
- 2024 Harley-Davidson RH1250S
- 2023 Harley-Davidson RH1250S
- 2022 Harley-Davidson RH1250S
- 2021 Harley-Davidson RH1250S
What’s the problem?
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain RH1250S (Sportster S) motorcycles. The upper triple clamp may fracture.
What could happen?
An upper triple clamp that fractures while the motorcycle is being operated could lead to a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
What’s the fix?
Dealers will replace the upper triple clamp, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2025. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0190.