Buell 1125R Problems by Year
NHTSA has 45 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Buell 1125R, across 3 model years (2008–2010). The 2009 model year has the most complaints (39). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Buell 1125R years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 1125R model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2009 1125R: 39 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2008 1125R: 6 complaints, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Buell 1125R problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 33 | 2 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Engine | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Buell 1125R model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 1125R | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2009 1125R | 39 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2008 1125R | 6 | 2 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Buell 1125R years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2009 (39), 2008 (6). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Buell 1125R?
Electrical System, with 33 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Buell 1125R have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.