Does the 2013 Brammo Empulse have any recalls?

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: power train, structure, electrical system. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2013 Brammo Empulse recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Brammo dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2013 Brammo Empulse?

1 complaint filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2013 Brammo Empulse recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2013 Brammo Empulse. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Brammo been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Brammo dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2013 Brammo Empulse recalls, newest first

February 2, 2015NHTSA 15V053000149 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Manual transmission

Summary: Brammo, Inc. (Brammo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Empulse and Empulse R motorcycles manufactured November 19, 2012, to July 8, 2014. Oil leaking from the transmission breather tube may blow onto the rear fender and tire.
Consequence: If oil leaks and contacts the rear tire, a loss of control may occur, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Brammo will notify owners, and dealers will install a new transmission breather baffle kit, free of charge. The recall began on February 11, 2015. Owners may contact Brammo customer service at 1-541-482-9555.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 24, 2013NHTSA 13V26200087 vehicles potentially affected

Structure

Summary: Brammo, Inc. (Brammo) is recalling certain model year 2013 Empulse motorcycles manufactured November 19, 2012, through June 18, 2013. The rear tail assembly bracket can fatigue and may allow the rear tail assembly to break off while riding.
Consequence: If the rear tail assembly breaks off, it could contact the rear wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Brammo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear tail section assembly with a new version not susceptible to failure, free of charge. The recall began on July 25, 2013. Owners may contact Brammo at 1-541-482-9555.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 17, 2013NHTSA 13V2080005 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system

Summary: Brammo, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013 Empulse electric motorcycles manufactured February 22, 2013, through March 29, 2013. Due to a high current cable being attached to the motor controller incorrectly, electrical shorting can occur.
Consequence: An electrical short can cause a complete loss of power while riding the motorcycle or a fire, either of which can result in a vehicle crash or personal injury.
Remedy: Brammo will notify owners, and technicians will inspect the high current cable at the motor controller and correct its installation, if needed. The recall began on June 26, 2013. Customers may contact Brammo at 1-541-482-9555.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2013 Brammo Empulse with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

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Questions

Does the 2013 Brammo Empulse have any recalls?: 3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: power train, structure, electrical system. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2013 Brammo Empulse recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Brammo dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2013 Brammo Empulse?: 1 complaint filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.