2009 Buell XB12SS recall: service brakes, hydraulic
Buell Motorcycle Co. reported this safety recall on September 3, 2009. It covers about 405 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 405
- reported
- Sep 3, 2009
- owners notified
- Sep 21, 2009
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- Buell is recalling model year 2009 xb12ss motorcycles. The front brake line may contact the front tire. This contact could cause a hole to develop in the front brake line, allowing brake fluid to leak.
- Risk
- This condition might cause an ineffective front brake and lead to a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the front brake line and if undamaged, install a guide on the line. If the line is damaged, it will be replaced and re-routed. Either repair will be performed free of charge. The recall began on september 21, 2009. Owners may contact buell distribution company at 1‑414‑343‑8400.
Recall number 09V347000
Affected vehicles
- Buell XB12SS 2009 2009
Questions about recall 09V347000
Is there a recall on the 2009 Buell XB12SS service brakes, hydraulic?
Yes. Recall 09V347000, reported on September 3, 2009, covers about 405 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 09V347000?
Dealers will inspect the front brake line and if undamaged, install a guide on the line. If the line is damaged, it will be replaced and re-routed. Either repair will be performed free of charge. The recall began on september 21, 2009. Owners may contact buell distribution company 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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