- The problem
- Brammo, Inc. (Brammo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Empulse and Empulse R motorcycles manufactured November 19, 2012, to July 8, 2014. Oil leaking from the transmission breather tube may blow onto the rear fender and tire.
- The risk
- If oil leaks and contacts the rear tire, a loss of control may occur, increasing the risk of crash.
- The fix
- Brammo will notify owners, and dealers will install a new transmission breather baffle kit, free of charge. The recall began on February 11, 2015. Owners may contact Brammo customer service at 1-541-482-9555.
Vehicle safety record
2013 Brammo Empulse Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2013 Brammo Empulse with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (1). It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in February 2015 for the manual transmission. For comparison, the 2014 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2013 Brammo Empulse problems
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2013 Brammo Empulse recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Brammo, Inc. (Brammo) is recalling certain model year 2013 Empulse motorcycles manufactured November 19, 2012, through June 18, 2013. The rear tail assembly bracket can fatigue and may allow the rear tail assembly to break off while riding.
- The risk
- If the rear tail assembly breaks off, it could contact the rear wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Brammo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear tail section assembly with a new version not susceptible to failure, free of charge. The recall began on July 25, 2013. Owners may contact Brammo at 1-541-482-9555.
- The problem
- Brammo, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013 Empulse electric motorcycles manufactured February 22, 2013, through March 29, 2013. Due to a high current cable being attached to the motor controller incorrectly, electrical shorting can occur.
- The risk
- An electrical short can cause a complete loss of power while riding the motorcycle or a fire, either of which can result in a vehicle crash or personal injury.
- The fix
- Brammo will notify owners, and technicians will inspect the high current cable at the motor controller and correct its installation, if needed. The recall began on June 26, 2013. Customers may contact Brammo at 1-541-482-9555.
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1 complaints about the 2013 Brammo Empulse
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
2013 Brammo empulse r. Consumer writes in regards to a defective issue regarding motorcycle. *Smd the issue involves a recall, where the rear tail assembly bracket near its mounting points to the frame may fracture or break off while the motorcycle is in motion. It is possible that the tail assembly could then make contact with the rear wheel, which could cause shock and vibration of the mass tail assembly and could cause metal fatigue near the mounting points. The problem was first reported by the consumer while riding the motorcycle.
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All Empulse yearsQuestions about the 2013 Brammo Empulse
Does the 2013 Brammo Empulse have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2013 Brammo Empulse: manual transmission (February 2015); structure (June 2013); electrical system (May 2013). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Brammo Empulse?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (1).
How many complaints has the 2013 Brammo Empulse had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 9, 2013 and the latest on July 9, 2013. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
What should I do if my 2013 Brammo Empulse has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data