Buell Firebolt XB9R Problems by Year
NHTSA has 18 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Buell Firebolt XB9R, across 1 model years (2003–2003). The 2003 model year has the most complaints (18). The most reported problem area overall is exterior lighting.
Buell Firebolt XB9R years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Firebolt XB9R model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2003 Firebolt XB9R: 18 complaints, 1 recall
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 Firebolt XB9R problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 15 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Buell Firebolt XB9R model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Firebolt XB9R | 18 | 1 | — | Exterior Lighting |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Buell Firebolt XB9R years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2003 (18). 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 Firebolt XB9R?
Exterior Lighting, with 15 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Buell Firebolt XB9R have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.