Buell XB9SX Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 15, 2009 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Buell XB9SX, across 2 model years (2005–2009). The 2009 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is fuel system, gasoline.

Peak: 2005, with 1 complaints
2005: 1200512009: 120091

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Buell XB9SX years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No XB9SX model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2009 XB9SX: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  2. 2005 XB9SX: 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 XB9SX problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Fuel System, Gasoline110
Structure110

All Buell XB9SX model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2009 XB9SX10—Fuel System, Gasoline
2005 XB9SX11—Structure

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Frequently asked questions

Which Buell XB9SX years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2009 (1), 2005 (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 XB9SX?

Fuel System, Gasoline, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Buell XB9SX have?

1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.