2
recalls
The Buell XB12R has 2 recalls covering 3,465 vehicles as reported; model year 2009 is covered by the most (1).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
2
Most for 2009: 1
Units affected
3,465
As reported
Overall stars
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Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
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None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Buell XB12R by component
- Service brakes, hydraulic1 · 3,316 units
- Structure1 · 149 units
Buell XB12R recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2, 2009 | Buell 1125R, XB12R, XB12SCG (2008-2009): Service brakes, hydraulicNo. 09V109000 | Crash risk | 3,316 |
| Apr 14, 2005 | Buell XB12R, XB12S, XB9SX (2005): StructureNo. 05V148000 | Crash risk | 149 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 2009 Buell XB12R recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 2009 Buell XB12R. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Buell XB12R have?
2 recalls cover the Buell XB12R, for 3,465 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is service brakes, hydraulic (1 recalls).
What do owners complain about most on the Buell XB12R?
Exterior lighting: named in 17 of the 18 safety complaints about the Buell XB12R, then fuel system, gasoline (1). One complaint can name several components.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.