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2007 Buell Xb12x

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain motorcycles may have a vibration at the mounting location of the bank angle sensor which, if combined with the misrouting of various wires that impinge on the sensor or its pigtail, can compromise the isolation of the bank angle sensor.

Corrective Action

this may create a false 'tip' signal and cause the engine to quit running while being driven, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will move the bank angle sensor from the original location on the battery tray to a location on the seat latch. the recall began on march 5, 2007. owners may contact buell at 1-414-343-8400.

2006 Buell Xb12x

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain motorcycles may have a vibration at the mounting location of the bank angle sensor which, if combined with the misrouting of various wires that impinge on the sensor or its pigtail, can compromise the isolation of the bank angle sensor.

Corrective Action

this may create a false 'tip' signal and cause the engine to quit running while being driven, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will move the bank angle sensor from the original location on the battery tray to a location on the seat latch. the recall began on march 5, 2007. owners may contact buell at 1-414-343-8400.

2006 Buell Xb12x

Component

Visibility:Windshield

Consequence of Defect

certain aftermarket tall windscreens sold exclusively for use on 2006 my buell ulysses model motorcycles, p/n 58214-06ya. the retention fasteners for the subject windscreens can fail allowing the windscreen to become dislodged while the vehicle is being driven at highway speeds.

Corrective Action

the windscreen may either strike or distract the rider, possibly causing death or injury.

Recall Notes

buell will notify owners and replace the windscreen free of charge. the recall began on august 21, 2006. owners may contact buell distribution company llc at 1-414-343-8400.

2006 Buell Xb12x

Component

Structure:Motorcycle Kickstand/Center Stand

Consequence of Defect

certain motorcycles may have been built with two issues that could compromise the sidestand's performance. either the pivot bolt for the sidestand leg or the mounting bracket bolts could break, possibly without notice.

Corrective Action

if either of these failures occurs, the motorcycle could fall, possibly causing death or injury.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the sidestand assembly and fasteners. the recall began on july 31, 2006. owners may contact buell at 1-414-342-4680.