Buell XB9S Problems by Year
NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 1 safety recall on file for the Buell XB9S, across 1 model years (2004–2004). The 2004 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is exterior lighting.
Buell XB9S years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No XB9S model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2004 XB9S: 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 XB9S problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Buell XB9S model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 XB9S | 1 | 1 | — | Exterior Lighting |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Buell XB9S years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2004 (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 XB9S?
Exterior Lighting, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Buell XB9S have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.