2021 Harley-Davidson Rh1250s recalls and problems

The 2021 Harley-Davidson Rh1250s has 3 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is engine.

How the 2021 compares

Average

Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Average complaint count among 5 Rh1250s model years — 3rd most.

3recalls

3complaints

0crashes

0fires

0injuries

11,941median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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3 recalls

Steering

Feb 9, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V075000 · 9,401 vehicles

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

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

Remedy

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.

Steering

Sep 10, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V590000 · 8,424 vehicles

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.

Electrical System

Jan 25, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V030000 · 3,917 vehicles

Problem: Harley Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2021 Pan America 1250S (RA1250S), Pan America 1250 (RA1250), and Sportster S (RH1250S) motorcycles. The instrument cluster module may not display the speedometer and neutral indicator at start-up when the module is below freezing temperatures. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 123, "Motorcycle Controls and Displays."

Risk: Operating a motorcycle without a visible speedometer or neutral indicator may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

Dealers will update the instrument cluster module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 8, 2022. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0631.

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.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Engine2

Structure1

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

2021 vs. other Harley-Davidson Rh1250s years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2021. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2021 Harley-Davidson Rh1250s have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns covering the 2021 Harley-Davidson Rh1250s, the latest from Feb 9, 2026 (steering). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Harley-Davidson Rh1250s?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention engine (2), structure (1). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.