Harley-Davidson RH1250S Motorcycles Recalled for Steering Upper Triple Clamp Fracture Risk
Harley-Davidson is recalling 2021-2025 RH1250S motorcycles because the upper triple clamp may fracture, potentially causing loss of control and crash risk. Dealers will replace the component free of charge.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: This recall involves a structural defect in the motorcycle's steering system that could lead to loss of control and crash risk. However, no illnesses, injuries, or deaths have been reported. Per the severity rubric, theoretical risks without reported harm score at most 3 (High).
Plain-English summary
Harley-Davidson Motor Company is recalling certain RH1250S (Sportster S) motorcycles from model years 2021 through 2025. The recall affects approximately 8,424 units. The upper triple clamp, a component of the steering system, may fracture.
If the upper triple clamp fractures while the motorcycle is being operated, the rider could lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Owners should contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464 or an authorized dealer. Harley-Davidson will replace the upper triple clamp free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 1, 2025. Harley-Davidson's recall reference number is 0191, and the NHTSA campaign number is 25V590000.
The recalled product
- Product
- 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON RH1250S
- Brand
- HARLEY-DAVIDSON
- Manufacturer
- Harley-Davidson Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicle — Motorcycle
- Hazard
- steering-failure
- loss-of-control
- Affected units
- 8,424
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- RH1250S
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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