Harley-Davidson Sportster S Recall Over Steering Issue
Harley-Davidson is recalling certain 2021-2026 RH1250S (Sportster S) motorcycles due to a potential fracture in the upper triple clamp, which could lead to loss of vehicle control and increased crash risk.
What Happened
Harley-Davidson Motor Company is recalling certain 2021-2026 RH1250S (Sportster S) motorcycles because the upper triple clamp may fracture.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected products are 2021-2026 model year RH1250S (Sportster S) motorcycles, with approximately 9,401 units potentially involved. This recall expands a previous recall under NHTSA number 25V590. The NHTSA campaign number for this recall is 26V075000.
What You Should Do
Owners should expect notification letters to be mailed on February 19, 2026. Dealers will inspect and replace the upper triple clamp free of charge. Contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464 for more information. Harley-Davidson's recall number is 0191.
Why This Matters
A fractured upper triple clamp can cause loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash, which poses a significant safety concern for riders.
Source
This recall information is from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Refer to NHTSA campaign number 26V075000 for details.
Source: NHTSA Official Notice