2026 Harley-Davidson RH1250S Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other RH1250S years
- Not enough data 4th of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2026 Harley-Davidson RH1250S. That ranks 4th out of 6 RH1250S model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is equipment (1 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2026 Harley-Davidson RH1250S problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2026 Harley-Davidson RH1250S recalls (1)
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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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Aftermarket motorcycle seat manufactured by Corbin Pacific falls off motorcycle while riding or dismounting. This is specific to the Harley-Davidson Pan America but unrelated to Harley-Davidson in terms of manufacture. I am not in possession of the seat as it was returned to Corbin Pacific. They…
Other Harley-Davidson RH1250S years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 RH1250S | 0 | 2 |
| 2024 RH1250S | 1 | 2 |
| 2023 RH1250S | 6 | 2 |
| 2022 RH1250S | 5 | 2 |
| 2021 RH1250S | 3 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Harley-Davidson RH1250S?
Owners most often report equipment problems. The top one, equipment, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2026 Harley-Davidson RH1250S?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2026 Harley-Davidson RH1250S a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other RH1250S model years, the 2026 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.