DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Posted on: 2009-09-03DescriptionBuell 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.
ConsequenceThis condition might cause an ineffective front brake and lead to a crash.
Corrective ActionDealers 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.
NotesBuell recall no. 0839.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to
http://www.safercar.gov .