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Buell XB12XT problems & recalls

NHTSA records for 2008–2010: 2 recall campaigns and 5 owner complaints. Pick a model year.

200820092010

By year

YearRecallsComplaints
200814
200911
201010

What owners complain about (all years)

Fuel System, Gasoline1
Visibility1
Wheels1
Service Brakes1
Structure1

Recent recalls

Equipment #09V465000 · 2009 · 23 units

Problem: Buell is recalling certain model year 2010 xb12x and xb12xt motorcycles manufactured from august 20 through september 30, 2009. the right hand side footpeg mount may have been manufactured to incorrect specifications.

Risk: This condition could allow the footpeg to move significantly out of position, which could lead to loss of control of the vehicle resulting in injury or death of the rider.

Fix: Dealers will replace the defective footpeg mount with a new footpeg mount that was manufactured to the correct specifications. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on december 14, 2009. owners may contact buell distribution company at 1-414-343-8400.

Visibility #08V538000 · 2008 · 624 units

Problem: 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.

Fix: 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.

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