NHTSA recall campaign
25V590000
ManufacturerHarley-Davidson Motor CompanyReported2025-09-10Affected8,424 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain RH1250S (Sportster S) motorcycles. The upper triple clamp may fracture.
Risk
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.
Manufacturer remedy
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 0191.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →