The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·25V590000·Announced 2025-09-10

Harley-Davidson Sportster S motorcycles recalled because upper triple clamp may fracture

Harley-Davidson is recalling certain RH1250S Sportster S motorcycles because the upper triple clamp may fracture, which could cause a loss of control. 8,424 units are potentially affected.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: Rubric level 4 covers structural vehicle defects; a steering component that may fracture and cause loss of control is a structural defect, and the notice does not report deaths or injuries.

Plain-English summary

Harley-Davidson Motor Company is recalling certain RH1250S (Sportster S) motorcycles from model years 2021 through 2025. The potential number of units affected is 8,424. The recalled component is described as steering linkages, under NHTSA campaign number 25V590000.

The upper triple clamp may fracture. Harley-Davidson states that 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.

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 and refer to recall number 0191.

The recalled product

Product
HARLEY-DAVIDSON RH1250S
Brand
HARLEY-DAVIDSON
Manufacturer
Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle
Hazard
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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