NHTSA Recall 22V745000: Steering wheel/handle bar (steering)
Harley-Davidson Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 862 vehicles. It affects 2022 Harley-Davidson RH975.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V745000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 0179 |
| Component | STEERING › STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR |
| Report received | October 6, 2022 |
| Owner notification | October 18, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2022 RH975 Nightster motorcycles. The handlebar may not have been welded properly and may break.
Safety risk
A broken handlebar can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the handlebar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 18, 2022. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0179.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V745000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson RH975 | 2022 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.