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
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. 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
- 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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