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NHTSA Recall 08V267000: Clutch assembly (power train)

BUELL MOTORCYCLE CO. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,579 vehicles. It affects 2008 Buell 1125R.

1,579
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2008
owners notified (June 23)
NHTSA campaign08V267000
Manufacturer campaign0834
ComponentPOWER TRAIN › CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Report receivedJune 16, 2008
Owner notificationJune 23, 2008
Initiated byManufacturer

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.

Safety risk

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.

Notes

Buell recall no. 0834.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 08V267000

Make and modelModel years
Buell 1125R2008

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.