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Vehicle recall 21V924000 · November 24, 2021

2021 Harley-Davidson PAN America (RA1250)

The seat base may not be fastened properly, which could cause the hand-hold portion of the base to fracture.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2021 Pan America RA1250S and RA1250 motorcycles. The seat base may not be fastened properly, which could cause the hand-hold portion of the base to fracture.
Consequence
A seat base that fractures while a passenger is using the hand-hold feature can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat base, free of charge. Owners are advised to not use the passenger hand-hold feature until the remedy is complete. Owner notification letters were mailed December 7, 2021. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0178.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
21V924000
Reported to NHTSA
November 24, 2021
Filed by
Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Manufacturer campaign
0178
Owner notification
December 7, 2021
Vehicles potentially affected
2,689
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Seats › Motorcycle
Recall 21V924000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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