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2003 Buell Firebolt Xb9r UNKNOWN OR OTHER Recall
Read the complete details of this Firebolt Xb9r recall issued on Oct 03, 2002 by the NHTSA, including the number of motorcycles affected, consequence, proposed solution from Buell, and more.
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Recall ID #3 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Recall ID #3 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER
| Recall Date |
OCT 03, 2002 |
| Component |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Motorcycle Affected |
FIREBOLT XB9R |
| Potential Motorcycles Affected |
371
Recall Details
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Recall Date
OCT 03, 2002
Motorcycle Affected
2003 BUELL FIREBOLT XB9R
Summary
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE SIDE STAND LEGS HAVE THE POTENTIAL TO BEND OR BREAK.
Consequence
THIS COULD CAUSE THE MOTORCYCLE TO FALL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SIDE STAND. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 16, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUELL AT 1-414-342-4680.
Potential Motorcycles Affected
371
Notes
BUELL MOTORCYCLE CO. 0825
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