2008 Buell 1125R recall: clutch assembly
Buell Motorcycle Co. reported this safety recall on June 16, 2008. It covers about 1,579 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,579
- reported
- Jun 16, 2008
- owners notified
- Jun 23, 2008
- related complaints
- 3
Power train: clutch assembly
- What is wrong
- Buell is recalling 1,579 my 2008 1125r motorcycles. These vehicles can experience 5th gear galling on the clutch shaft due to lack of lubrication. This condition can allow the gear to seize to the shaft, resulting in rear wheel lock-up.
- Risk
- This could result in a crash, which could cause injury or death to the rider.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and repair the affected motorcycles free of charge. The recall began on june 23, 2008. Owners may contact buell motorcycles at 1‑414‑343‑8400.
Recall number 08V267000
Affected vehicles
- Buell 1125R 2008 2008
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 08V267000
Is there a recall on the 2008 Buell 1125R clutch assembly?
Yes. Recall 08V267000, reported on June 16, 2008, covers about 1,579 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 08V267000?
Dealers will inspect and repair the affected motorcycles free of charge. The recall began on june 23, 2008. Owners may contact buell motorcycles 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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