EngineRecall 23V-257 · Buell vehicles
Buell Motorcycles recall 23V-257 covers 30 Buell vehicles for a engine problem, reported to NHTSA on April 7, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q1) shows 93% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V257000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Buell Motorcycles (Buell) is recalling certain 2021-2022 1190 RX and SX motorcycles. The index spring may be installed improperly.
The risk
An improperly installed index spring may result in the inability to shift into the intended gear, or cause the gear to slip without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install the index spring in the correct position, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2023. Owners may contact Buell customer service at 1-616-719-5917.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
93%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.