NHTSA recall 08V554000
Engine and engine cooling
Buell 1125CR
Reported Oct 20, 2008140 vehicles affectedBUELL MOTORCYCLE CO.Maker’s number 0836Built Apr 11, 2008 – Sep 11, 2008
The defect
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.
The risk
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.
The 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.