Vehicle recall 09V347000 · September 3, 2009
2009 Buell XB12SS
The front brake line may contact the front tire.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Buell 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.
- Consequence
- This condition might cause an ineffective front brake and lead to a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers 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.
- Notes
- Buell 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 09V347000
- Reported to NHTSA
- September 3, 2009
- Filed by
- BUELL MOTORCYCLE CO.
- Manufacturer campaign
- 0839
- Owner notification
- September 21, 2009
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 405
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Buell XB12SS (2009): 2009
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