Buell XB12R Problems by Year
NHTSA has 18 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Buell XB12R, across 4 model years (2004–2009). The 2005 model year has the most complaints (7). The most reported problem area overall is exterior lighting.
Buell XB12R years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No XB12R model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2005 XB12R: 7 complaints, 1 recall
- 2004 XB12R: 7 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2006 XB12R: 4 complaints, 0 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 XB12R problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 17 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Buell XB12R model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 XB12R | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2006 XB12R | 4 | 0 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2005 XB12R | 7 | 1 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2004 XB12R | 7 | 0 | — | Exterior Lighting |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Buell XB12R years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2005 (7), 2004 (7), 2006 (4). 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 XB12R?
Exterior Lighting, with 17 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Buell XB12R have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.