2009 Buell XB12SS Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XB12SS years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2009 Buell XB12SS. The most reported problem area is tires (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 5,100 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 Buell XB12SS problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tires | 1 | 100% | 5,100 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2009 Buell XB12SS recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic
Problem: Buell is recalling model year 2009 xb12ss motorcycles. The front brake line may contact the front tire. This contact could cause a hole to develop in the front brake line, allowing brake fluid to leak.
Risk: This condition might cause an ineffective front brake and lead to a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the front brake line and if undamaged, install a guide on the line. If the line is damaged, it will be replaced and re-routed. Either repair will be performed free of charge. The recall began on september 21, 2009. Owners may contact buell distribution company at 1-414-343-8400.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
On may 23rd, 2012, my rear tire, an avon storm st 2 ultra, size 170/60zr17, tin= dot at8g 10 4809, experienced a sudden full-circumferential delamination of part of the center steel cord accompanied by a rapid deflation of the tire while riding at speed. The tire was fitted to a 2009 buell xb12ss…
Other Buell XB12SS years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 1 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Buell XB12SS?
Owners most often report tires problems. The top one, tires, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Buell XB12SS?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2009 Buell XB12SS a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XB12SS model years, the 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.