7 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
Posted on: 1999-05-10
Description
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a fuel tank mount system that could, in the event of a crash, allow the fuel tank to separate from the motorcycle.
Consequence
This could result in an explosion or fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the fuel tank mount system.
Notes
Owner notification began june 4, 1999. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buell at 1-414-343-8400.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 1999-05-10
Description
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a fuel tank vent valve assembly that could become plugged.
Consequence
Under certain conditions, this could cause the carburetor to overflow fuel which could result in a fire. This condition could also prevent sufficient fuel flow, which could cause the engine to misfire or stall.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the fuel tank vent valve assembly.
Notes
Owner notification began june 15, 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buell at 1-414-343-8400.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #3 - SUSPENSION:REAR
Posted on: 1999-05-10
Description
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a swingarm that could break.
Consequence
If the swingarm should break, loss of vehicle control could occur.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the swingarm.
Notes
Owner notification began july 8, 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buell at 1-414-343-8400.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #4 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
Posted on: 1999-05-10
Description
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a rear shock absorber front eye that could break.
Consequence
If the shock eye should break, the underside of the vehicle will drag on the ground possibly causing loss of vehicle control.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the rear shock absorber.
Notes
Owner notification began june 28, 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buell at 1-414-343-8400.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #5 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Posted on: 1995-11-30
Description
The throttle cable wheel of the carburetor can move on its shaft and come in contact with the carburetor support bracket.
Consequence
This could prevent the throttle from returning to the idle position, increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a new throttle shaft on the affected motorcycles.
Notes
System: fuel; throttle linkages and control; motorcycles.vehicle description: california model motorcycles equipped with a qwiksilver carburetor.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buell at 1-414-935-8400. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #6 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Posted on: 1997-04-17
Description
The tall touring handlebars can crack and become detached from the cuff which provides attachment to the front fork tubes.
Consequence
Loss of control of the motorcycle can occur increasing the risk of a motorcycle accident.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the tall touring handlebars. If the kits have been installed on vehicles, the owners will be notified by our dealer network to have the suspect tall touring handlebars replaced.
Notes
System: structure; frame.vehicle description: motorcycles with leefab tall touring handlebars and replacement part kits (pn 55899-94y).note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buell at 1-414-935-8400. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #7 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Posted on: 1997-04-17
Description
The tall touring handlebars can crack and become detached from the cuff which provides attachment to the front fork tubes.
Consequence
Loss of control of the motorcycle can occur increasing the risk of a motorcycle accident.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the tall touring handlebars. If the kits have been installed on vehicles, the owners will be notified by our dealer network to have the suspect tall touring handlebars replaced.
Notes
System: structure; frame.vehicle description: motorcycles with leefab tall touring handlebars and replacement part kits (pn 55899-94y).note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buell at 1-414-935-8400. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.