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Brammo Empulse Recall 15V053: Oil leak can reach rear tire and cause crash risk

NHTSA campaign 15V053, reported February 2, 2015, 149 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Oil can leak from the transmission breather tube and blow onto the rear fender and tire. If oil contacts the rear tire, the rider may lose control, which increases the risk of a crash.

The remedy is free. Authorized dealers will install a new transmission breather baffle kit at no cost to the owner. Owners can also contact Brammo customer service at 1-541-482-9555. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls and contact a dealer to schedule the repair.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 15V053Brammo, Inc.
Component
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Problem
Brammo, Inc. (Brammo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Empulse and Empulse R motorcycles manufactured November 19, 2012, to July 8, 2014. Oil leaking from the transmission breather tube may blow onto the rear fender and tire.
Risk
If oil leaks and contacts the rear tire, a loss of control may occur, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Brammo will notify owners, and dealers will install a new transmission breather baffle kit, free of charge. The recall began on February 11, 2015. Owners may contact Brammo customer service at 1-541-482-9555.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Brammo Empulse20132014
Brammo Empulse R20132014