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xb12rnoob
04-30-2009, 01:16 PM
Just got a recall notice from Buell about the front brake line possibly rubbing the tire. I checked mine; seemed ok. Bringing it in next week probably...

LeFox
04-30-2009, 01:57 PM
what year?

jsg
04-30-2009, 03:31 PM
I think it's only 09 LeFox

kajer
04-30-2009, 04:50 PM
:(

vaca12r
04-30-2009, 05:18 PM
I got the same letter. Mine looks fine too, but I will have them check it out when I get the first service done in a week or two. BTW mine is a 09 xb12R.

BuellPartsGuy
04-30-2009, 05:45 PM
Here's the recall direct from Buell


April 06, 2009

To: All Buell Dealers

Subject: Safety Recall Campaign 0838

Dear Buell Dealer:

Buell Distribution Company, LLC. has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists on certain model year 2008 1125R motorcycles built October 30, 2007 through July 17, 2008; 2009 model year XB12R motorcycles built July 2, 2008 through February 12, 2009; and 2009 model year XB12Scg motorcycles built July 1, 2008 through February 10, 2009.

These model motorcycles built during the above date range have a front brake line which may contact the front tire.The condition could cause a hole to develop in the front brake line, allowing brake fluid to leak. This condition might cause an ineffective front brake, leading to a possible crash and potential injury or death of the rider.

We have voluntarily declared this a defect related to motor vehicle safety (Campaign 0838) to allow us to formally recall all affected motorcycles. The remedy of this defect is to re-route the front brake line. If damage to the brake line has occurred, Buell will also replace the brake line. A service bulletin outlining the repair and credit procedure will follow within two weeks. Based on the schedule our supplier has provided we expect to begin shipping our first wave of repair kits, on or before the week of April 20, 2009.

In the interest of the safety of our mutual customers and as required by law, you may sell but NOT DELIVER any affected motorcycles to your customers until the remedy is completed. Please refer to h-dnet.com on the Service Page/Safety and Product Campaign/Open Safety Campaign Instructions and the Safety Campaign and Open VIN Lists in the Service Toolbox for an updated list of affected VINs for this recall. Select the appropriate campaign number link (0838) to view any outstanding vehicles involved.

In accordance with Federal regulations administrated by NHTSA, Buell Distribution Company, LLC will provide notice to all owners of record of affected products with direction to bring the vehicle in for the recall service.

Sincerely,

Buell Distribution Company, LLC
0838