Harley-Davidson recall: Steering
What is wrong
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley) is recalling certain 2021-2026 RH1250S (Sportster S) motorcycles. The upper triple clamp may fracture.
What could happen
An upper triple clamp that fractures can lead to a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the upper triple clamp, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 19, 2026. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0191. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V590. Motorcycles that were repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy performed.
Vehicles covered
- Harley-Davidson Rh1250S 2021–2026
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 26V075000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Harley-Davidson Motor Company
- Reported to NHTSA
- Feb 9, 2026
- Owners notified
- Feb 18, 2026
- Vehicles or items affected
- 9,401
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- –
- Part
- Steering › Linkages
- Maker's own recall number
- 0191
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Harley-Davidson recall: Steering Sep 10, 2025
- Harley-Davidson recall: Electrical system Jan 25, 2022
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.