2005 Buell XB12R, Buell XB12S and others recall: kickstand/center stand
Buell Motorcycle Co. reported this safety recall on April 14, 2005. It covers about 149 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 149
- reported
- Apr 14, 2005
- owners notified
- May 5, 2005
- related complaints
- 1
Structure: motorcycle: kickstand/center stand
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the sidestand may not retract as designed if contact is made with the ground when the vehicle is in motion.
- Risk
- This could, in turn, disrupt the stability of the motorcycle leading to a crash, causing death or injury to the rider.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the sidestand pivot bolt with a similar bolt that is .100 inch longer free of charge. This change will allow the sidestand to operate as designed. The recall began may 5, 2005. Owners may contact buell at 1‑414‑343‑8400.
Recall number 05V148000
Affected vehicles
- Buell XB12R 2005 2005
- Buell XB12S 2005 2005
- Buell XB9SX 2005 2005
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about body problems.
Questions about recall 05V148000
Is there a recall on the 2005 Buell XB12R, Buell XB12S and others kickstand/center stand?
Yes. Recall 05V148000, reported on April 14, 2005, covers about 149 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 05V148000?
Dealers will replace the sidestand pivot bolt with a similar bolt that is .100 inch longer free of charge. This change will allow the sidestand to operate as designed. The recall began may 5, 2005. Owners may contact buell at 1‑414‑343‑8400.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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