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Harley-Davidson RH975 Recall 22V745: Handlebar May Break, Causing Loss of Steering

NHTSA campaign 22V745, reported October 6, 2022, 862 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A handlebar on certain 2022 motorcycles may not have been welded properly, so it can break.

A broken handlebar can cause a sudden loss of steering control, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and stop riding the motorcycle until the repair is done.

Dealers will replace the handlebar free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 18, 2022. You can contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464, and you can check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your motorcycle is affected.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 22V745Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Component
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Problem
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2022 RH975 Nightster motorcycles. The handlebar may not have been welded properly and may break.
Risk
A broken handlebar can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the handlebar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 18, 2022. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0179.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Harley-Davidson RH9752022