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2022 Harley-Davidson RH1250S Engine Problems

Complaints
3about this part
Share
60%of 5 total for the year
Median mileage
200miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the engine of the 2022 Harley-Davidson RH1250S, 60% of the 5 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 200 miles.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“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.”

NHTSA complaint #11709460, filed 2026-01

“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.”

NHTSA complaint #11729895, filed 2026-04, 200 miles

Related service bulletins

Engine: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2023233%
2022360%

Other parts of the 2022 Harley-Davidson RH1250S

Steering
2 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2022 Harley-Davidson RH1250S

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology