2023 Harley-Davidson Rh1250s recalls and problems

The 2023 Harley-Davidson Rh1250s has 2 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is steering.

How the 2023 compares

Highest

Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Highest complaint count among 5 Rh1250s model years — the most of any year.

2recalls

6complaints

0crashes

1fires

0injuries

13,350median 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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2 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.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Steering3

Engine2

Fuel System1

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

Complaints by year filed

2023 vs. other Harley-Davidson Rh1250s years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2023. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2023 Harley-Davidson Rh1250s have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns covering the 2023 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 2023 Harley-Davidson Rh1250s?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention steering (3), engine (2), fuel system (1). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.