Buell recalls
All 19 Buell safety recalls since model year 2000, in plain English. Latest: Apr 10, 2023.
Latest Buell recalls
2021–2022 Buell 1190 RX Hammerhead & 2021–2022 Buell 1190 SX
Engine recall · 23V257
Buell Motorcycles (Buell) is recalling certain 2021-2022 1190 RX and SX motorcycles.
2010 Buell XB12X & 2010 Buell XB12XT
Equipment recall · 09V465
Buell is recalling certain model year 2010 XB12X and XB12XT motorcycles manufactured from august 20 through september 30, 2009.
2009 Buell XB12SS
Brakes recall · 09V347
Buell is recalling model year 2009 XB12SS motorcycles.
2008 Buell 1125R & 2009 Buell XB12R + 1 more
Brakes recall · 09V109
Buell distribution company is recalling 3,316 my 2008 1125R, my 2009 XB12R and XB12SCG motorcycles.
2009 Buell 1125CR
Engine recall · 08V554
Buell is recalling 140 my 2009 1125CR motorcycles.
2008–2009 Buell XB12XT & 2009 Buell XB12XP
Windows, wipers & mirrors recall · 08V538
Buell is recalling 624 my 2008-2009 XB12XT and my 2009 XB12XP motorcycles.
All Buell recalls
| Date | Recall | Vehicles | Problem | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-04-10 | 23V257 | 2021–2022 Buell 1190 RX Hammerhead & 2021–2022 Buell 1190 SX | Engine | 30 |
| 2009-12-02 | 09V465 | 2010 Buell XB12X & 2010 Buell XB12XT | Equipment | 23 |
| 2009-09-03 | 09V347 | 2009 Buell XB12SS | Brakes | 405 |
| 2009-04-02 | 09V109 | 2008 Buell 1125R & 2009 Buell XB12R + 1 more | Brakes | 3,316 |
| 2008-10-23 | 08V554 | 2009 Buell 1125CR | Engine | 140 |
| 2008-10-15 | 08V538 | 2008–2009 Buell XB12XT & 2009 Buell XB12XP | Windows, wipers & mirrors | 624 |
| 2008-08-27 | 08V439 | 2007–2009 Buell Blast | Fuel system | 1,335 |
| 2008-06-16 | 08V267 | 2008 Buell 1125R | Powertrain & transmission | 1,579 |
| 2007-02-05 | 07V026 | 2006–2007 Buell XB12X | Fuel system | 2,044 |
| 2006-07-11 | 06V245 | 2006 Buell XB12X | Body & structure | 1,021 |
| 2005-04-14 | 05V148 | 2005 Buell XB12R & 2005 Buell XB12S + 1 more | Body & structure | 149 |
| 2004-07-27 | 04V365 | 2004 Buell Blast | Fuel system | 656 |
| 2003-12-03 | 03V494 | 2004 Buell XB12S & 2004 Buell XB9S + 1 more | Electrical system | 581 |
| 2003-10-31 | 03V427 | 2000 Buell S3 Thunderbolt & 2000 Buell S3T Thunderbolt + 1 more | Speed control | 2,830 |
| 2003-04-22 | 03V141 | 2003 Buell Lightning LOW & 2003 Buell XB9SL | Body & structure | 74 |
| 2002-10-04 | 02V270 | 2003 Buell Firebolt XB9R | Unknown Or Other | 371 |
| 2002-01-11 | 02V003 | 2002 Buell M2 & 2002 Buell M2L + 2 more | Suspension | 387 |
| 2000-09-14 | 00V271 | 2000 Buell Blast P3 | Wheels | 2,260 |
| 2000-06-16 | 00V163 | 2000 Buell M2 Cyclone & 2000 Buell S3 Thunderbolt + 2 more | Suspension | 6,219 |
FAQ
How many Buell recalls are there?
There are 19 Buell vehicle safety recalls for model years 2000 and newer in NHTSA data. The latest was posted Apr 10, 2023.
Are Buell recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
How do I check if my Buell has a recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN on our VIN check page or at nhtsa.gov/recalls. You can also browse by model and year below.