Vehicle recall 08V554000 · October 20, 2008
2009 Buell 1125CR
These motorcycles can experience a premature failure of the rear cylinder cam chain tension guide (part number F0020.1AM).
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Buell is recalling 140 my 2009 1125CR motorcycles. These motorcycles can experience a premature failure of the rear cylinder cam chain tension guide (part number F0020.1AM). This can cause plastic debris to block the oil pump screen, possibly leading to oil starvation and engine seizure.
- Consequence
- This condition may allow the engine to seize, resulting in rear wheel lock-up. This could result in a crash, which could cause injury or death to the rider.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rear cam chain tensioner. The recall began on October 20, 2008. Owners may contact buell at 1-414-342-4680.
- Notes
- Buell recall no. 0836.CUSTOMERS may 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 08V554000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 20, 2008
- Filed by
- BUELL MOTORCYCLE CO.
- Manufacturer campaign
- 0836
- Owner notification
- October 20, 2008
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 140
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Buell 1125CR (2009): 2009
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