NHTSA Recall 03V494000
NHTSA Campaign Id 03V494000; Date: Dec. 2, 2003
If the key switch fuse blows, the vehicle can stall, which could result in a crash. If the horn fuse blows, there will be a loss of power to the horn and rear brake light.
Recalled Vehicles:
2004 Buell Xb12s; 2004 Buell Xb9s; 2004 Buell Xb9sl
Component: Communications:horn Assembly
Manufactured by: Buell Motorcycle Co.
Affected Units:: 581
Recall Summary:
On certain motorcycles, the wire that provides power to the horn, due to misrouting, can become frayed from contact with the horn bracket mounting bolt. As a result, the horn wire may become exposed, and when the horn button is pushed, either the horn circuit fuse or the key switch fuse can blow.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect and correct the wire routing, if necessary. Owner notification began on December 23, 2003. Owners should contact buell at 1-414-342-4680.
Recall Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 23, 2003
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