Buell XB12XT Problems by Year
NHTSA has 5 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Buell XB12XT, across 3 model years (2008–2010). The 2008 model year has the most complaints (4). The most reported problem area overall is fuel system, gasoline.
Buell XB12XT years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No XB12XT model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2008 XB12XT: 4 complaints, 1 recall
- 2009 XB12XT: 1 complaint, 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 XB12XT problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Buell XB12XT model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 XB12XT | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2009 XB12XT | 1 | 1 | — | Structure | |
| 2008 XB12XT | 4 | 1 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Buell XB12XT years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2008 (4), 2009 (1). 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 XB12XT?
Fuel System, Gasoline, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Buell XB12XT have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.