2022 Harley-Davidson RH1250S recalls and problems

The 2022 Harley-Davidson RH1250S has 2 safety recalls and 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Harley-Davidson dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2022 Harley-Davidson RH1250S vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2022 Harley-Davidson RH1250S recalls

Recall 26V-075: Steering

Reported Feb 9, 2026 · 9,401 vehicles affected · Harley-Davidson Motor Company

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.

Fix: 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.

Recall 25V-590: Steering

Reported Sep 10, 2025 · 8,424 vehicles affected · Harley-Davidson Motor Company

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.

Fix: 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.

2022 Harley-Davidson RH1250S problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Engine	3
Steering	2
Power Train	1
Engine and Engine Cooling	1
Electrical System	1

Most reported parts

Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Crank/Camshaft Position Sensor — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 6,950 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2022 Harley-Davidson RH1250S complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · reported Nov 10, 2026

Right hand control module firmware is corrupted and causing the bike to hesitate starting or turning off. Dealer claims this hand control will eventually leave me stranded, and is not covered under warranty nor is there a recall on this part.

Engine · at 200 miles · reported Apr 8, 2026

The contact owns a 2022 Harley-Davidson RH1250 S. The contact stated that while riding at an undisclosed speed, the motorcycle lost automotive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The motorcycle was towed to the dealer, and it was determined that the camshaft sensor had caused damages to the engine, and that the engine needed to be replaced. The motorcycle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the motorcycle was no longer covered under warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 200.

Engine · reported Jan 7, 2026

Harley Davidson Panamerica bikes have a problem with their internal clutch system When the bike gets hot and you at a stop it can be impossible to get it into neutral. when attempting this it will just go to 2end or first with a verry hard shift. the dealer informed me that it is a known defect in the clutch. they said the designer just dint take the time needed. so, the dealers are aware.

Engine · reported Jul 25, 2025

After owning my motorcycle for less than a year and only having 4211 miles on it, and taking it to the Harley dealership they determined that the 4th gear exploded and sent shrapnel throughout the engine and oil pump. The bike is outside manufacturer warranty and Harley(the company) wonât admit that this was a defect on their end, although the dealership repair tech did say that he thought it could have been due to a defective part.

Steering · reported May 19, 2023

The steering stop ( right one ) located at the Lower Triple Clamp broke off, No drops or any harsh movements where involved, motorcycle has few hundred miles in it.. There is no stop on how much one can turn the steering towards the left now.. It recently passed VA Inspection. No warning or signs that this issue was going to happened. I see many people have the same issue with the same model of motorcycle.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2022 Harley-Davidson RH1250S have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2022 Harley-Davidson RH1250S: 26V-075 (steering), 25V-590 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2022 Harley-Davidson RH1250S?

Owners report engine problems most often (3 reports), followed by steering (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 6,950 miles.

Are Harley-Davidson recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Harley-Davidson dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.