The problem
The tall touring handlebars can crack and become detached from the cuff which provides attachment to the front fork tubes.
The risk
Loss of control of the motorcycle can occur increasing the risk of a motorcycle accident.
The fix
Dealers will replace the tall touring handlebars. If the kits have been installed on vehicles, the owners will be notified by our dealer network to have the suspect tall touring handlebars replaced.
Contacts
System: structure; frame. Vehicle description: motorcycles with "leefab tall touring" handlebars and replacement part kits (pn 55899-94y). Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buell at 1-414-935-8400. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
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 95V208002.
- 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.