2008 BUELL 1125R — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
9
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
3
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2008 BUELL 1125R
The 2008 BUELL 1125R has received a total of 9 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY. 3 technical service bulletins have been issued by BUELL-out of business for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Power Train (2 complaints), Electrical System (1 complaint), and Engine And Engine Cooling (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2008 BUELL 1125R
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2008 BUELL 1125R, potentially affecting up to 4,895 vehicles.
Recall 09V109000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
| 3,316 vehicles affected
Defect: BUELL DISTRIBUTION COMPANY IS RECALLING 3,316 MY 2008 1125R, MY 2009 XB12R AND XB12SCG MOTORCYCLES. THE SUBJECT MOTORCYCLES HAVE A FRONT BRAKE LINE WHICH MAY CONTACT THE FRONT TIRE. THE CONDITION COULD CAUSE A HOLE TO DEVELOP IN THE FRONT BRAKE LINE, ALLOWING BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION MIGHT CAUSE AN INEFFECTIVE FRONT BRAKE, LEADING TO A POSSIBLE CRASH AND POTENTIAL INJURY OR DEATH OF THE RIDER.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL RE-ROUTE THE FRONT BRAKE LINE. IF DAMAGE TO THE BRAKE LINE HAS OCCURRED, THE BRAKE LINE WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE APRIL 20, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUELL...
View full details →Recall 08V267000 — POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
| 1,579 vehicles affected
Defect: BUELL IS RECALLING 1,579 MY 2008 1125R MOTORCYCLES. THESE VEHICLES CAN EXPERIENCE 5TH GEAR GALLING ON THE CLUTCH SHAFT DUE TO LACK OF LUBRICATION. THIS CONDITION CAN ALLOW THE GEAR TO SEIZE TO THE SHAFT, RESULTING IN REAR WHEEL LOCK-UP.
Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN A CRASH, WHICH COULD CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH TO THE RIDER.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPAIR THE AFFECTED MOTORCYCLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 23, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUELL MOTORCYCLES AT 1-414-343-8400.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2008 BUELL 1125R
9 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2008 BUELL 1125R. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainclutch Assembly | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Traindriveline | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUELL 1125R MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SHAKE VIOLENTLY WHEN COMPLETING A TURN. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AN UNKNOWN SPEED WHEN THE REAR WHEEL SEIZED AND THE WHEEL BEARINGS BECAME DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT FORK SEALS WERE LEAKING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 21,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUELL 1125R MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SHAKE VIOLENTLY WHEN COMPLETING A TURN. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AN UNKNOWN SPEED WHEN THE REAR WHEEL SEIZED AND THE WHEEL BEARINGS BECAME DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT FORK SEALS WERE LEAKING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 21,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUELL MOTORCYCLE 1125R. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CLUTCH LEAKED HYDRAULIC FLUID DUE TO A DEFECTIVE LEVER THAT CAUSED THE LEVER NOT TO ENGAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 08V267000 (POWER TRAIN: CLUTCH ASSEMBLY) THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 310 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 600. UPDATED 10/18/12*LJ UPDATED 10/25/12
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUELL MOTORCYCLE 1125R. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CLUTCH LEAKED HYDRAULIC FLUID DUE TO A DEFECTIVE LEVER THAT CAUSED THE LEVER NOT TO ENGAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 08V267000 (POWER TRAIN: CLUTCH ASSEMBLY) THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 310 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 600. UPDATED 10/18/12*LJ UPDATED 10/25/12
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUELL 1125R MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ENTERING THE HIGHWAY AT 55 MPH, THE ENGINE RPM'S INCREASED TO 5000-6000 AS THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY DECELERATED. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HIS HANDS WERE OVER THE THROTTLE, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE ROSE FROM THE GROUND RAPIDLY, ALMOST THROWING THE CONTACT FROM THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE WAS RECURRING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 13,184.
Safety Rating for the 2008 BUELL 1125R
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2008 BUELL 1125R in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2008 BUELL 1125R
BUELL-out of business has issued 3 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2008 BUELL 1125R. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
B-079A — STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND
BUELL MOTORCYCLES: MOTORCYCLES EQUIPPED WITH CALIFORNIA EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS COMPONENTS DO NOT REQUIRE THE VENT LINE UPGRADE PROCEDURE. SIDESTAND SPRING/OIL FILLER PLUG INSPECTIONS/REPLACEMENT ARE THE ONLY PROCEDURES THAT SHOULD BE PERFORMED. *PE
B-079A — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
BUELL MOTORCYCLES: MOTORCYCLES EQUIPPED WITH CALIFORNIA EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS COMPONENTS DO NOT REQUIRE THE VENT LINE UPGRADE PROCEDURE. SIDESTAND SPRING/OIL FILLER PLUG INSPECTIONS/REPLACEMENT ARE THE ONLY PROCEDURES THAT SHOULD BE PERFORMED. *PE
B-075 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
BUELL MOTORCYCLE: A CONDITION AFFECTING MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY EXISTS ON CERTAIN 2008 1125R MOTORCYCLES. MOTORCYCLE CAN EXPERIENCE 5TH GEAR GALLING ON THE CLUTCH SHAFT DUE TO LACK OF LUBRICATION. *PE
NHTSA Investigations for the 2008 BUELL 1125R
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BUELL 1125R
- 2008 BUELL 1125R (current)
- 2009 BUELL 1125R — 52 complaints
Other BUELL Models
- BUELL 1125CR — 64 total complaints
- BUELL S1 LIGHTNING — 25 total complaints
- BUELL FIREBOLT XB9R — 24 total complaints
- BUELL XB12R — 21 total complaints
- BUELL S3 THUNDERBOLT — 20 total complaints
- BUELL XB12X — 19 total complaints
- BUELL S3 — 16 total complaints
- BUELL XB12S — 13 total complaints