The problem
Buell is recalling 140 my 2009 1125cr motorcycles. These motorcycles can experience a premature failure of the rear cylinder cam chain tension guide (part number f0020.1Am). This can cause plastic debris to block the oil pump screen, possibly leading to oil starvation and engine seizure.
The risk
This condition may allow the engine to seize, resulting in rear wheel lock-up. This could result in a crash, which could cause injury or death to the rider.
The fix
Dealers will replace the rear cam chain tensioner. The recall began on october 20, 2008. Owners may contact buell at 1-414-342-4680.
Contacts
Buell recall no. 0836. Customers may 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.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Buell dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 08V554000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.