Harley-Davidson recalls 2021 RH1250S Sportster S motorcycles with a potentially fracturing upper triple clamp that could cause loss of control. Owners should contact dealers for free replacement.
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.
Harley-Davidson is recalling 2021 RH1250S Sportster S motorcycles because an upper triple clamp may fracture while riding, risking loss of control and crashes. This issue affects owners who received the vehicle after October 1, 2025, when notification letters were mailed.
The upper triple clamp can fracture while the motorcycle is in operation. This fracture could cause the rider to lose control, increasing the chance of a crash. The hazard occurs during normal riding conditions.
Motorcycle owners of the 2021 Harley-Davidson RH1250S Sportster S model are affected. Riders using the motorcycle without the replacement triple clamp are at risk of losing control.
Check if your motorcycle has the 2021 RH1250S Sportster S model. The recall was notified to owners via mail starting October 1, 2025.
Harley-Davidson dealers will replace the upper triple clamp free of charge.
Owner notification letters were mailed starting October 1, 2025.
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 0190.
The upper triple clamp may fracture while the motorcycle is being operated, leading to loss of control and increased crash risk.
Your motorcycle is affected if it is a 2021 Harley-Davidson RH1250S Sportster S model. Notification letters were mailed starting October 1, 2025.
Contact a Harley-Davidson dealer to have the upper triple clamp replaced free of charge.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Harley-Davidson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 25V590000 — Harley-Davidson Harley-Davidson Hello, I own a Harley-Davidson that is covered by recall 25V590000 from Harley-Davidson. The official recall notice states: 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 0190. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
