2013 Brammo Empulse R

Owner reports · Recalls · Investigations

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0Owner complaints

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When problems were reported

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What owners actually said

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Official recalls

15V053000 · Power Train:manual Transmission

Feb 2, 2015

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.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: 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.

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NHTSA investigations

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