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NHTSA Recall 26V075000: Linkages (steering)

Harley-Davidson Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9,401 vehicles. It affects 2021–2026 Harley-Davidson RH1250S.

9,401
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2026
owners notified (February 18)
NHTSA campaign26V075000
Manufacturer campaign0191
ComponentSTEERING › LINKAGES
Report receivedFebruary 9, 2026
Owner notificationFebruary 18, 2026
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Defect

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley) is recalling certain 2021-2026 RH1250S (Sportster S) motorcycles. The upper triple clamp may fracture.

Safety risk

An upper triple clamp that fractures can lead to a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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 by recall 26V075000

Make and modelModel years
Harley-Davidson RH1250S2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

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.