2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON RH1250S
2 recalls — 5 complaints — 34 TSBs
26V075000 Feb 9, 2026
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Defect Description
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley) is recalling certain 2021-2026 RH1250S (Sportster S) motorcycles. The upper triple clamp may fracture.
Consequence
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 ... Read more
25V590000 Sep 10, 2025
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Defect Description
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain RH1250S (Sportster S) motorcycles. The upper triple clamp may fracture.
Consequence
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 0191.
Complaint Statistics
5 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION | 1 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 5, 2026
Incident date: Mar 4, 2026
The fuel gauge, Odometer went blank. Im afraid of be stranded o have in accident . Was taken to Burne Honda Scranton. The problem wasn’t resolved
ENGINE
Jan 5, 2026
Incident date: Jan 5, 2026
Vehicle Information: 2015 Ford Escape – approximately 165,000 miles Incident Description: During normal operation while backing out of a parking space, the vehicle unexpectedly slipped out of the drive gear immediately after I shifted from reverse to drive. There were no warning lights, messa... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 5, 2026
Incident date: Jan 5, 2026
2024 Toyota Tacoma TRD Hybrid. When trying to use 4HI/4LO the vehicle gets stuck in 4LO with the 4LO/4HI lights flashing. This means the vehicle has no idea what the state of the transmission is. It does not allow getting back to 2HI. In the state the vehicle is not drivable. It happens whe... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 16, 2025
Incident date: Sep 1, 2025
Pro power onboard doesn’t work.
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
Dec 19, 2024
Incident date: Dec 4, 2023
High Beam Assist, Check Rear Cross-Traffic Safety System, Check Blind-spot safety system, Check forward safety system, Check Lane Keep Assist System, Traction Control disabled. ALL of those messages came on while driving. Rear backup camera quit working, reverse lights do not engage. No remedy for r... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins — 2023 HARLEY-DAVIDSON RH1250S
34 manufacturer communications from 11 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 10 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 6 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 5 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 5 |
| 180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
| 185000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL | 2 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| 115000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM | 1 |
M1631
Feb 20, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
SERVICE BULLETIN M1631: REVOLUTION MAX OIL CHECK PROCEDURE UPDATE. PURPOSE: To inform dealers of a new procedure for checking oil levels on RevolutionA? Max powered vehicles. The procedure has been updated to account for potential concerns
M1631
Feb 20, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
SERVICE BULLETIN M1631: REVOLUTION MAX OIL CHECK PROCEDURE UPDATE. PURPOSE: To inform dealers of a new procedure for checking oil levels on RevolutionA? Max powered vehicles. The procedure has been updated to account for potential concerns
M1608
Jan 24, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
SERVICE BULLETIN M1608: REVOLUTION MAX VVT SERVICE KIT. PURPOSE: This bulletin informs dealers that an improved Variable Valve Timing (VVT) harness connector and terminals are going to be used on 2024 RevolutionA? Max powered vehicles. The
M1608
Jan 24, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
SERVICE BULLETIN M1608: REVOLUTION MAX VVT SERVICE KIT. PURPOSE: This bulletin informs dealers that an improved Variable Valve Timing (VVT) harness connector and terminals are going to be used on 2024 RevolutionA? Max powered vehicles. The
M1608
Jan 24, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE BULLETIN M1608: REVOLUTION MAX VVT SERVICE KIT. PURPOSE: This bulletin informs dealers that an improved Variable Valve Timing (VVT) harness connector and terminals are going to be used on 2024 RevolutionA? Max powered vehicles. The
M1608
Jan 24, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SERVICE BULLETIN M1608: REVOLUTION MAX VVT SERVICE KIT. PURPOSE: This bulletin informs dealers that an improved Variable Valve Timing (VVT) harness connector and terminals are going to be used on 2024 RevolutionA? Max powered vehicles. The
M1615
Jan 18, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE BULLETIN M1615: 2024 REVOLUTION MAX CHARGING SYSTEM CHANGES. PURPOSE: This bulletin informs dealers of updates made to the charging system on 2024 RevolutionA? Max powered vehicles. For 2024, the charging system has been updated to
M1615
Jan 18, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
SERVICE BULLETIN M1615: 2024 REVOLUTION MAX CHARGING SYSTEM CHANGES. PURPOSE: This bulletin informs dealers of updates made to the charging system on 2024 RevolutionA? Max powered vehicles. For 2024, the charging system has been updated to
M1615
Jan 18, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
SERVICE BULLETIN M1615: 2024 REVOLUTION MAX CHARGING SYSTEM CHANGES. PURPOSE: This bulletin informs dealers of updates made to the charging system on 2024 RevolutionA? Max powered vehicles. For 2024, the charging system has been updated to
M1615
Jan 18, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SERVICE BULLETIN M1615: 2024 REVOLUTION MAX CHARGING SYSTEM CHANGES. PURPOSE: This bulletin informs dealers of updates made to the charging system on 2024 RevolutionA? Max powered vehicles. For 2024, the charging system has been updated to
M1619
Dec 18, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE BULLETIN M1619: DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) U04438F AND U04318F. Purpose: This bulletin informs dealers that the current software version for the Left Hand Control Module (LHCM) and Right Hand Control Module (RHCM) have Diagnostic
M1590
Dec 14, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE BULLETIN M1590: REVOLUTION MAX CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH REPLACEMENT. Purpose: Revision. This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has a new part available to allow replacement of the Cruise Control Switch on RevolutionA? Max p
M1590
Dec 14, 2023
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
SERVICE BULLETIN M1590: REVOLUTION MAX CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH REPLACEMENT. Purpose: Revision. This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has a new part available to allow replacement of the Cruise Control Switch on RevolutionA? Max p
M1590
Dec 14, 2023
185000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
SERVICE BULLETIN M1590: REVOLUTION MAX CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH REPLACEMENT. Purpose: Revision. This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has a new part available to allow replacement of the Cruise Control Switch on RevolutionA? Max p
M1590
Jun 26, 2023
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
SERVICE BULLETIN M1590: REVOLUTION MAX CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH REPLACEMENT. Purpose: This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has a new part available to allow replacement of the Cruise Control Switch on RevolutionA? Max powered veh
M1590
Jun 26, 2023
185000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
SERVICE BULLETIN M1590: REVOLUTION MAX CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH REPLACEMENT. Purpose: This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has a new part available to allow replacement of the Cruise Control Switch on RevolutionA? Max powered veh
M1590
Jun 26, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE BULLETIN M1590: REVOLUTION MAX CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH REPLACEMENT. Purpose: This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has a new part available to allow replacement of the Cruise Control Switch on RevolutionA? Max powered veh
M1573
Mar 3, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE BULLETIN M1573: REVOLUTION MAX TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS. PURPOSE: Revision. Added Pan America information, Required Dealer Action, and Credit Procedure. This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has specific areas of interest w
M1578
Feb 14, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE BULLETIN M1578: REVOLUTION MAX FOB TROUBLESHOOTING. PURPOSE: To provide dealers with a list of items to check for when troubleshooting an inoperative security FOB for RevolutionA? Max applications.
M1579
Feb 14, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE BULLETIN M1579 (REV B): REVOLUTION MAX BCM AND ECM UPDATE. PURPOSE: REVISION. This bulletin informs dealers that a BCM and Electronic Control Module (ECM) update is available on Digital Technician II (DT II). Revision: Updated Body
M1579
Feb 14, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE BULLETIN M1579 (REV B): REVOLUTION MAX BCM AND ECM UPDATE. PURPOSE: REVISION. This bulletin informs dealers that a BCM and Electronic Control Module (ECM) update is available on Digital Technician II (DT II). Revision: Updated Body
M1578
Feb 14, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE BULLETIN M1578: REVOLUTION MAX FOB TROUBLESHOOTING. PURPOSE: To provide dealers with a list of items to check for when troubleshooting an inoperative security FOB for RevolutionA? Max applications.
PAB1133
Jan 27, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
GENUINE MOTOR PARTS AND MOTOR ACCESSORIES BULLETIN PAB1133: 2023 SCREAMIN EAGLE CALIBRATION AVAILABILITY. PURPOSE: Revision. Updated Trike stage kit information. To inform 49-State US, Canada, Mexico, and ANZ dealerships of the Screamin' E
PAB1133
Jan 27, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
GENUINE MOTOR PARTS AND MOTOR ACCESSORIES BULLETIN PAB1133: 2023 SCREAMIN EAGLE CALIBRATION AVAILABILITY. PURPOSE: Revision. Updated Trike stage kit information. To inform 49-State US, Canada, Mexico, and ANZ dealerships of the Screamin' E
M1579
Jan 24, 2023
115000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
SERVICE BULLETIN M1579: REVOLUTION MAX BCM AND ECM UPDATE. PURPOSE: This bulletin informs dealers that a Body Control Module (BCM) and Electronic Control Module (ECM) update is available on Digital Technician II (DT II). The BCM update addr
M1579
Jan 24, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE BULLETIN M1579: REVOLUTION MAX BCM AND ECM UPDATE. PURPOSE: This bulletin informs dealers that a Body Control Module (BCM) and Electronic Control Module (ECM) update is available on Digital Technician II (DT II). The BCM update addr
M1579
Jan 24, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE BULLETIN M1579: REVOLUTION MAX BCM AND ECM UPDATE. PURPOSE: This bulletin informs dealers that a Body Control Module (BCM) and Electronic Control Module (ECM) update is available on Digital Technician II (DT II). The BCM update addr
M1573
Jan 18, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE BULLETIN M1573: REVOLUTION MAX TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS. PURPOSE: Revision. Updated Motorcycles Affected and Required Dealer Action. This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has specific areas of interest while troubleshooting
M1573
Jan 18, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE BULLETIN M1573: REVOLUTION MAX TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS. PURPOSE: Revision. Updated Motorcycles Affected and Required Dealer Action. This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has specific areas of interest while troubleshooting
M1571
Jan 18, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
SERVICE BULLETIN M1571: REVOLUTION MAX CLUTCH PART AND SERVICE PROCEDURE CHANGE. PURPOSE: Revision. Updated Motorcycles Affected. This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson RevolutionA?Max clutches will be serviced by a clutch disc
M1571
Jan 18, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
SERVICE BULLETIN M1571: REVOLUTION MAX CLUTCH PART AND SERVICE PROCEDURE CHANGE. PURPOSE: Revision. Updated Motorcycles Affected. This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson RevolutionA?Max clutches will be serviced by a clutch disc
M1572
Dec 22, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SERVICE BULLETIN M1572: MODEL YEAR 2023 TECHNICAL SUPPORT DOCUMENTS. PURPOSE: This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson has identified a publication plan for technical support documents for model year 2023 motorcycles.
M1571
Dec 21, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
SERVICE BULLETIN M1571: REVOLUTION MAX CLUTCH PART AND SERVICE PROCEDURE CHANGE. PURPOSE: This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson RevolutionA? Max clutches will be serviced by a clutch disc kit and not with individual plates. A n
M1571
Dec 21, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
SERVICE BULLETIN M1571: REVOLUTION MAX CLUTCH PART AND SERVICE PROCEDURE CHANGE. PURPOSE: This bulletin informs dealers that Harley-Davidson RevolutionA? Max clutches will be serviced by a clutch disc kit and not with individual plates. A n
HARLEY-DAVIDSON RH1250S — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the HARLEY-DAVIDSON RH1250S across all model years (2021–2026).
12
Total Recalls
16
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths