NHTSA service bulletin

NHTSA Service Bulletin 10227219: 2021, 2022 Harley-davidson Ra1250

Official manufacturer communication context for 2021, 2022 Harley-davidson Ra1250, with affected products, buyer checks and links into Carchieve recall, problem and VIN research.

NHTSA service bulletin 10227219 summary graphic for 2021, 2022 Harley-davidson Ra1250
10227219NHTSA document ID
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Reviewed June 2026 from NHTSA manufacturer communication and service bulletin records. Carchieve is independent and not affiliated with any vehicle manufacturer or government agency.

Quick answer

SERVICE BULLETIN M1546: REVOLUTION MAX JIFFY STAND HARDWARE TORQUE CHANGE. PURPOSE: This bulletin informs dealers that a change has been made to the hardware installation procedure for screws securing the jiffy stand on vehicles powered by the Revolution Max engine. See Figure 1 through Figure 4. When installing all jiffy stand screws, use LOCTITE 243 MEDIUM STRENGTH THREADLOCKER AND SEALANT (BLUE) (99642-97) and tighten to updated torque specification: 2022 ft-lbs (2730 Nm). Update all printed service manuals for Revolution Max products to include the use of threadlocker and updated torque. See https://serviceinfo.harley-davidson.com

What this bulletin may mean before buying

Treat this as service research, not a verdict on one car. Before you buy, compare this communication with official recall campaigns, model-level owner complaint patterns, and the exact vehicle’s VIN-decoded specifications. A bulletin can help you ask a seller or dealer sharper questions about software updates, known repairs, warranty extensions and service history.

Affected products listed in this communication

MakeModelModel yearsBuyer note
Harley-davidsonRa12502021, 2022Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Harley-davidsonRa1250s2021, 2022Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Harley-davidsonRh1250s2021, 2022Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Harley-davidsonRh9752022Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Buyer checklist

  1. Run the 17-character VIN and confirm the year, make, model, engine and equipment match the listing.
  2. Check recall campaign pages for safety actions that may require dealer repair.
  3. Compare this bulletin with common problem pages for the same model and component area.
  4. Ask the seller or dealer whether the bulletin procedure, update or inspection has already been completed.
  5. Use the used-car buying checklist and get an independent inspection.

Frequently asked questions

What is NHTSA service bulletin 10227219?

SERVICE BULLETIN M1546: REVOLUTION MAX JIFFY STAND HARDWARE TORQUE CHANGE. PURPOSE: This bulletin informs dealers that a change has been made to the hardware installation procedure for screws securing the jiffy stand on vehicles powered by the Revolution Max engine. See Figure 1 through Figure 4. When installing all jiffy stand screws, use LOCTITE 243 MEDIUM STRENGTH THREADLOCKER AND SEALANT (BLUE) (99642-97) and.

Is a service bulletin the same as a recall?

No. A recall is a safety campaign with a required remedy for affected VINs. A service bulletin or manufacturer communication usually describes diagnostic, repair, software, warranty or service information.

How should a used-car buyer use this bulletin?

Use it as a research signal. Compare it with recalls, owner complaints, service records, a VIN report and an independent inspection before buying.

Check the exact VIN before you buy

Model-level pages show public safety patterns. A full VIN report helps confirm the exact vehicle, decoded specs, recall applicability and buyer checks.

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