The problem
The throttle cable wheel of the carburetor can move on its shaft and come in contact with the carburetor support bracket.
The risk
This could prevent the throttle from returning to the idle position, increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will install a new throttle shaft on the affected motorcycles.
Contacts
System: fuel; throttle linkages and control; motorcycles. Vehicle description: california model motorcycles equipped with a "qwiksilver" carburetor. 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 95V223000.
- 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.