Buell Blast 2007
Model Blast made in 2007 by Buell got 1 consumer complain there is 1 recall as well as 3 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to suspension. . Technical service bulletines regarding fuel system, gasoline, fuel system, other. There was one recall concerning fuel system, gasoline .
Model 2007
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 08V439000 | BUELL MOTORCYCLE CO. | from 05/29/2007 to 06/03/2008 | V (Vehicle) | 1335 | 09/11/2008 | MFR | BUELL MOTORCYCLE CO. | 08/27/2008 | 08/27/2008 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Buell is recalling 1,307 my 2007-2008 blast motorcycles. the fuel tank may experience some local deformation under high-heat conditions that creates contact of the tank with the cylinder head. in some of these cases, the cylinder head rubbing on the fuel tank has created a fuel leak. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This could result in a crash or fire, which could cause injury or death to the rider. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a bracket which will prevent the fuel tank from contacting the cylinder head. the recall began on september 11, 2008. owners may contact buell at 1-414-343-8400. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Buell recall no. 0835.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||||
| B-080 | 09/08/2008 | 10026263 | Buell motorcycles: fuel tanks on these motorcycles can experience some local deformation under high-heat conditions that can create contact of the fuel tank and cylinder head. *pe | 10/10/2008 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||||
| SB-0835 | 11/05/2008 | 10030772 | Buell motorcycle: the fuel tanks on these motorcycles can experience some local deformation under high heat conditions that can create contact of the fuel tank and cylinder head. in some cases, the cylinder head rubbing on the fuel tank h | 11/30/2009 | |
| B-080 | 09/08/2008 | 10026263 | Buell motorcycles: fuel tanks on these motorcycles can experience some local deformation under high-heat conditions that can create contact of the fuel tank and cylinder head. *pe | 10/10/2008 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION - REAR | |||
| 05/30/2009 | 15500 | 2 | 05/21/2008 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2007 buell blast motorcycle. while driving 60 mph, the rear wheel bearings failed. as a result, the wheel began to shake and wobble severely. the contact was able to safely maneuver the vehicle to the shoulder of the road. the vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the bearings failed. the vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred one week later while driving 65 mph. the dealer stated that the rear bearings failed. the vehicle is currently being repaired. the contact filed a report with the manufacturer. the failure mileage was 15,500 and current mileage was 16,000. updated 07/14/09 *bf updated 07/15/09.*jb | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KS | LAWRENCE | 66044 | RIVERFRONT HARLEY DAVIDSON | 785-832-8828 |