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Harley-Davidson RH1250S Recall 25V590: Motorcycle Upper Triple Clamp May Crack, Risking Loss of Control

NHTSA campaign 25V590, reported September 10, 2025, 8,424 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain Sportster S motorcycles may have an upper triple clamp that can fracture while the bike is being ridden. The upper triple clamp is part of the steering assembly, so a fracture could cause the rider to lose control and raises the risk of a crash.

If you own an affected model year, a dealer will replace the upper triple clamp at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2025. If you have questions, you can contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464 and reference recall number 0190.

We recommend checking your VIN for open recalls on NHTSA's website and scheduling the free repair at an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer as soon as possible.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 25V590Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Component
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Problem
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain RH1250S (Sportster S) motorcycles. The upper triple clamp may fracture.
Risk
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.
Remedy
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.

Affected vehicles

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