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2008-2009 Buell XB12XP and Buell XB12XT recall: windshield

Buell Motorcycle Co. reported this safety recall on October 14, 2008. It covers about 624 vehicles.

vehicles affected
624
reported
Oct 14, 2008
owners notified
Oct 20, 2008
related complaints
2

Visibility: windshield

What is wrong
Buell is recalling 624 my 2008-2009 xb12xt and my 2009 xb12xp motorcycles. The windshields may become dislodged and allow the windshield to either strike or distract the rider while the vehicle is being ridden at a high speed.
Risk
This could result in a crash, which could cause injury or death to the rider.
Remedy
Dealers will remove the windshield's two rubber mounted nuts and install two new fastener assemblies. The recall began on october 20, 2008. Owners may contact buell at 1‑414‑342‑4080.

Recall number 08V538000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about visibility problems.

2009 Buell XB12XP2008 Buell XB12XT2009 Buell XB12XT

Questions about recall 08V538000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2009 Buell XB12XP and Buell XB12XT windshield?

Yes. Recall 08V538000, reported on October 14, 2008, covers about 624 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V538000?

Dealers will remove the windshield's two rubber mounted nuts and install two new fastener assemblies. The recall began on october 20, 2008. Owners may contact buell at 1‑414‑342‑4080.

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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