StructureRecall 13V-262 · 2013 Brammo Empulse

Brammo, Inc. recall 13V-262 covers 87 2013 Brammo Empulse for a structure problem, reported to NHTSA on June 24, 2013.

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Vehicles repairedNo manufacturer report yet
Vehicles affected871 model
ReportedJun 24, 2013Owners notified Jul 25, 2013
Complaints since1Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 13V262000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Brammo, Inc. (Brammo) is recalling certain model year 2013 Empulse motorcycles manufactured November 19, 2012, through June 18, 2013. The rear tail assembly bracket can fatigue and may allow the rear tail assembly to break off while riding.

The risk

If the rear tail assembly breaks off, it could contact the rear wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

Brammo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear tail section assembly with a new version not susceptible to failure, free of charge. The recall began on July 25, 2013. Owners may contact Brammo at 1-541-482-9555.

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.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

1 model

Vehicles in this recall

Built from November 19, 2012 to June 18, 2013. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.