CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Harley-Davidson RA1250 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (6 reports).
2021 Harley-Davidson RA1250 recalls
Speedometer and neutral light may not show at startup in freezing cold
On certain 2021 Pan America and Sportster S motorcycles, the instrument cluster may fail to display the speedometer and neutral indicator when it starts up in below-freezing temperatures.
Most common 2021 Harley-Davidson RA1250 problems
Problem areas named in the 9 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
What owners report
Harley Davidson did not coat the inside of the Fuel Tanks on the Panamerica from the 1st model year in 2021 until the mid-2024 model year. Because of these uncoated fuel tanks, people are experiencing a high rate of fuel pump failures at low mileage (5-10K) due to the interaction of the ethanol in today's fuels, and the uncoated aluminum motorcycle gas tanks. Harley Davidson essentially acknowledged the mistake by starting to coat the inside of the fuel tanks from the mid-2024 model and on. A new Fuel Pump from Harley is $400 here in CA, and that does not include installation, which requires the removal of the entire fuel tank. In the end, the fuel pump issues which is a direct result of H
Fuel pump and filtration System filter getting plugged and creating a fuel starvation, not allowing for more than 50% power. Created an issue of merging and accelerating into traffic and the need to maneuver and speed up to avoid dangerous situations or diminished or our are actually gone as the bike will totally cut out and stop running. That occurrence of the vehicle cutting out has occurred several dozen times The belief is in the community for Panama Harley Davidson motorcycles. Thereâs a nonreplaceable fuel filter that is getting plugged up due to a fuel tank made out of aluminum that has not been sealed and is reacting to ethanol fuel, causing contaminants..
The motorcycle has no power when passing a vehicle do to a bad stator and charging system. The motorcycle is currently at the dealer Loss of power when passing a vehicle Yes this issue has been confirmed by the dealer No warning lights or messages. There are no replacement parts for this issue other then upgrading the charging system to the 24 model
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? the electronics of the motorcycle malfunction with many (more than 10) DTCs. Yes its available for inspection. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? I am at risk when the this happens because the motorcycles throttle no longer responds to inputs. The engine will continue to run bu the throttle does not work. Very dangerous to have a motorcycle in traffic that stops working. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? yes Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? yes
The fuel pump on my HD motorcycle had been making lots of noise. I had it in the shop for this reason before.. The bike was supposed to be fixed.. I went for a ride with my son and when I pulled out on the highway getting up to highway speed the bike quit without warning.. This was on a two-lane Highway and the cars behind me Layed on their horns.. everyone was was upset with me.. I didn't have much room to pull off the road and there was oncoming traffic in the other lane, I could have been ran over..
2021 Harley-Davidson RA1250 questions
Does the 2021 Harley-Davidson RA1250 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2021 Harley-Davidson RA1250: Speedometer and neutral light may not show at startup in freezing cold. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Harley-Davidson RA1250?
Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (6), Engine (5), Fuel/Propulsion System (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Harley-Davidson RA1250 has been fixed?
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