Recall 03V494000: 2004 Buell XB9S and 1 other model

Report received

Dec 2, 2003

Manufacturer

Buell motorcycle co.

Potentially affected

581vehicles

Model years

2004

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain motorcycles, the wire that provides power to the horn, due to misrouting, can become frayed from contact with the horn bracket mounting bolt. As a result, the horn wire may become exposed, and when the horn button is pushed, either the horn circuit fuse or the key switch fuse can blow.

Possible consequence

If the key switch fuse blows, the vehicle can stall, which could result in a crash. If the horn fuse blows, there will be a loss of power to the horn and rear brake light.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and correct the wire routing, if necessary. Owner notification began on december 23, 2003. Owners should contact buell at 1-414-342-4680.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2004 Buell XB12S7 complaints
• 2004 Buell XB9S1 complaints