CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Buell 1125R has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (4 reports).
2008 Buell 1125R recalls
Most common 2008 Buell 1125R problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 4 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUELL 1125R MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SHAKE VIOLENTLY WHEN COMPLETING A TURN. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AN UNKNOWN SPEED WHEN THE REAR WHEEL SEIZED AND THE WHEEL BEARINGS BECAME DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT FORK SEALS WERE LEAKING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 21,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUELL MOTORCYCLE 1125R. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CLUTCH LEAKED HYDRAULIC FLUID DUE TO A DEFECTIVE LEVER THAT CAUSED THE LEVER NOT TO ENGAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 08V267000 (POWER TRAIN: CLUTCH ASSEMBLY) THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 310 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 600. UPDATED 10/18/12*LJ UPDATED 10/25/12
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 BUELL 1125R MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ENTERING THE HIGHWAY AT 55 MPH, THE ENGINE RPM'S INCREASED TO 5000-6000 AS THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY DECELERATED. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HIS HANDS WERE OVER THE THROTTLE, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE ROSE FROM THE GROUND RAPIDLY, ALMOST THROWING THE CONTACT FROM THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE WAS RECURRING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 13,184.
I PURCHASED 08 BUELL W/ EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN FROM HARLEY DAVIDSON HAMPTON ROADS. IT BROKE DOWN IN ALABAMA ON 9/3/11. I HAD A BUELL SERVICE CENTER IN ALABAMA LOOK AT THE BIKE & THEY ADVISED ME HDHR DEALERSHIP IS NOT A SERVICE CENTER THAT SPECIALIZES IN BUELL & SAID HDHR OVERSERVICED MY BIKE CAUSING IT TO BREAK DOWN. UPON MY RETURN TO VA, I BROUGHT MY BIKE BACK TO HDHR. I REQUESTED MY $150.00 SERVICING FEE BE RETURNED TO ME. HDHR DECIDED TO FURTHER SERVICE MY BIKE & SAID THEY FOUND PLASTIC IN THE OIL WHICH CAUSED THE OIL LINES TO CLOG & THEY NEEDED TO BREAK DOWN THE ENGINE. THEY SAID THE BIKE WAS VANDALIZED B/C THERE WAS NO OTHER WAY FOR PLASTIC TO CLOG THE LINES. I TOLD THEM MY BIKE WAS NOT
STATOR FAILURE ALONG WITH A CLUTCH LEAK THAT CAUSED OIL TO GET ON THE BACK TIRE AND CAUSE AN ACCIDENT, BIKE WAS TOTALLED. *TR
2008 Buell 1125R questions
Does the 2008 Buell 1125R have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2008 Buell 1125R: Service Brakes, Hydraulic; Power Train:Clutch Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Buell 1125R?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (4), Electrical System (1), Engine And Engine Cooling (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Buell 1125R 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.