NHTSA Recall 03V494000: Horn (electrical system)
BUELL MOTORCYCLE CO. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 581 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Buell XB12S.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V494000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 0828 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › HORN |
| Report received | December 2, 2003 |
| Owner notification | December 23, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
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.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 03V494000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.