NHTSA recall 09V465000
Equipment
Buell XB12X and 1 more
Reported Dec 2, 200923 vehicles affectedBUELL MOTORCYCLE CO.Maker’s number 0840Built Aug 20, 2009 – Sep 30, 2009
The defect
Buell IS recalling certain model year 2010 xb12x and xb12xt motorcycles manufactured from august 20 through september 30, 2009. the right hand side footpeg mount may have been manufactured to incorrect specifications.
The risk
This condition could allow the footpeg to move significantly out of position, which could lead to loss of control of the vehicle resulting in injury or death of the rider.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the defective footpeg mount with a new footpeg mount that was manufactured to the correct specifications. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on december 14, 2009. owners may contact buell distribution company at 1-414-343-8400.