Harley-Davidson Motor Company: Safety Recalls in 2025

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 4 safety recalls made by Harley-Davidson Motor Company in 2025. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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September 10, 2025

(Campaign #: 0190)

Upper Triple Clamp May Fracture

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

NHTSA ID: 25V590000

Component: STEERING

# of Units Affected: 8,424

Consequence Summary:

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.

Corrective Action:

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.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 19

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June 12, 2025

(Campaign #: 0189)

Sudden Loss of Rear Tire Pressure

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain Tail Rear Shock Absorbers (part number 54000294) and Low Rear Suspension Shock Absorbers (part number 54000134) designed to fit certain 2018-2024 Softail motorcycles. The mounting tab on the rear shock pre-load adjuster may break, allowing the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.

NHTSA ID: 25E041000

Component: SUSPENSION

# of Units Affected: 776

Consequence Summary:

A sudden loss of tire pressure increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Dealers will install a new bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2025. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0189.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 7.22

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June 6, 2025

(Campaign #: 0188)

Sudden Loss of Rear Tire Pressure

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Softail motorcycles. The mounting tab on the rear shock pre-load adjuster may break, allowing the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.

NHTSA ID: 25V375000

Component: SUSPENSION

# of Units Affected: 82,117

Consequence Summary:

A sudden loss of tire pressure increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Dealers will install a new bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 16, 2025. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0188. Some of the vehicles included in this recall were previously repaired under recall 23V591, and will need to have the new remedy completed.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 31.01

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April 8, 2025

(Campaign #: 0638)

Reflector May Become Obstructed/FMVSS 108

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain Fairing Lowers installed on 2023-2025 Touring and CVO Touring, Inverted Forks installed on 2025 FLHXU, and Fairing Lowers and Inverted Forks kits installed on 2024-2025 FLHX and FLTRX motorcycles. These accessories may obstruct the visibility of the front and side reflectors. As such, motorcycles equipped with these accessories fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

NHTSA ID: 25E023000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 222

Consequence Summary:

An obstructed reflector can reduce visibility of the motorcycle to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Dealers will install new reflectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2025. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0638.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 7.21

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