Harley-Davidson RH1250S recall 26V075000 - Linkages

NHTSA · February 9, 2026

• NHTSA recall campaign 26V075000 (Harley-Davidson), reported February 9, 2026.
• Potentially affected vehicles: 9,401.
• Component: Linkages.
• Details as of October 23, 2026; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.

Agency

NHTSA

Posted

February 9, 2026

Recalling firm

Harley-Davidson Motor Company

Source ID

26V075000

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How this recall compares

• NHTSA's recalls file lists 56 recall campaigns from Harley-Davidson Motor Company since 2010, 3 of them reported in 2026 so far.
• At 9,401 vehicles, it is larger than 75% of the 738 NHTSA campaigns from 2026 so far with a count of potentially affected vehicles.

Defect

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

Consequence

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

Corrective action

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.

Affected vehicles

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