Buell XB12S Problems by Year
NHTSA has 10 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Buell XB12S, across 3 model years (2004–2006). The 2004 model year has the most complaints (7). The most reported problem area overall is exterior lighting.
Buell XB12S years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No XB12S model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2004 XB12S: 7 complaints, 1 recall
- 2006 XB12S: 3 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 XB12S problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Buell XB12S model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 XB12S | 3 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2005 XB12S | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2004 XB12S | 7 | 1 | — | Exterior Lighting |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Buell XB12S years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2004 (7), 2006 (3). 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 XB12S?
Exterior Lighting, with 5 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Buell XB12S have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.