- The problem
- Buell is recalling 1,307 my 2007-2008 blast motorcycles. The fuel tank may experience some local deformation under high-heat conditions that creates contact of the tank with the cylinder head. In some of these cases, the cylinder head rubbing on the fuel tank has created a fuel leak.
- The risk
- This could result in a crash or fire, which could cause injury or death to the rider.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a bracket which will prevent the fuel tank from contacting the cylinder head. The recall began on september 11, 2008. Owners may contact buell at 1-414-343-8400.
Vehicle safety record
2009 Buell Blast Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2009 Buell Blast have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in August 2008 for the tank assembly.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Blast year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2009 Buell Blast recalls 1
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
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No complaints about the 2009 Buell Blast yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Buell Blast: every year compared
All Blast years2009 Buell Blast vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Buell Blast | 0 | 1 | B | |
| 2009 Buell 1125CR | 44 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2009 Buell 1125R | 39 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2009 Buell 1125 | 3 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2009 Buell XB12X | 2 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2009 Buell XB12XT | 1 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2009 Buell XB12SS | 1 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2009 Buell XB9SX | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2009 Buell Blast
Does the 2009 Buell Blast have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 Buell Blast: tank assembly (August 2008). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2009 Buell Blast had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2009 Buell Blast a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 61 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Buell Blast year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Buell Blast years have the most complaints?
2007 (2), 2008 (2), 2006 (1). See every Buell Blast year compared.
What should I do if my 2009 Buell Blast 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