2013 Brammo Empulse Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2013 Brammo Empulse has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Structure (1 report).

3Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Empulse?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2013 Brammo Empulse recalls

Oil leak can reach rear tire and cause crash risk

Recall 15V053Feb 2, 2015149 vehicles affected

Oil can leak from the transmission breather tube and blow onto the rear fender and tire.

Structure

Recall 13V262Jun 24, 201387 vehicles affected

Electrical System

Recall 13V208May 17, 20135 vehicles affected

Most common 2013 Brammo Empulse problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Structure1

What owners report

2013-07-09, Structure
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.

2013 Brammo Empulse questions

Does the 2013 Brammo Empulse have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2013 Brammo Empulse: Oil leak can reach rear tire and cause crash risk; Structure; Electrical System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Brammo Empulse?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Brammo Empulse has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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