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2021 Harley-Davidson RH1250SProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 4 owners and 3 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·checked October 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
4
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Recalls
3
TSBs
52
✅

Preliminary Verdict

Green Light

Based on 4 complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 3 recalls.

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the EngineHIGH

2 owners reported engine issues — failures commonly reported around 12K miles.

!Inspect the Structure:frame And MembersMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Engine (2 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

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Buyer Lot Checklist

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Buy / Skip Verdict

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Where the complaints fall

Engine2 (50%)
Structure:frame And Members1 (25%)
Structure:motorcycle:fairing/cowling/windscreen:mounting Fasteners/hardware1 (25%)

2021 Harley-Davidson RH1250S: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 50% of all reports filed for the 2021 Harley-Davidson RH1250S, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 11,941 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 12K-mile mark.

Structure:frame And Members Issues

Structure:frame And Members complaints account for 25% of all reports filed for the 2021 Harley-Davidson RH1250S, with 1 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to structure:frame and members-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Structure:motorcycle:fairing/cowling/windscreen:mounting Fasteners/hardware Issues

Structure:motorcycle:fairing/cowling/windscreen:mounting Fasteners/hardware complaints account for 25% of all reports filed for the 2021 Harley-Davidson RH1250S, with 1 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to structure:motorcycle:fairing/cowling/windscreen:mounting fasteners/hardware-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

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Recall History (3 recalls)

22V030000Feb 2022

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Harley Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2021 Pan America 1250S (RA1250S), Pan America 1250 (RA1250), and Sportster S (RH1250S) motorcycles. The instrument cluster module may not display the speedometer and neutral indicator at start-up when the module is below freezing temperatures. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 123, "Motorcycle Controls and Displays."

25V590000Oct 2025

STEERING:LINKAGES

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

26V075000Feb 2026

STEERING:LINKAGES

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley) is recalling certain 2021-2026 RH1250S (Sportster S) motorcycles. The upper triple clamp may fracture.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 4 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 3 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated (checked October 21, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026.

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2021 Harley-Davidson RH1250S: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2021 Harley-Davidson RH1250S?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2021 Harley-Davidson RH1250S is related to the engine, with 2 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2021 Harley-Davidson RH1250S reliable?
The 2021 Harley-Davidson RH1250S has 4 complaints, 0 crash reports, and 0 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How much does it cost to fix 2021 Harley-Davidson RH1250S problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2021 Harley-Davidson RH1250S have any recalls?
Yes, the 2021 Harley-Davidson RH1250S has 3 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Harley-Davidson RH1250S problems start?
Based on 2 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 11,941 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2021 Harley-Davidson RH1250S data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 21, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 19, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins. Its numbers last changed on October 4, 2026.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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