2013–2014 Brammo Empulse, 2013–2014 Brammo Empulse R Recall: Oil leaking from the transmission breather tube may blow onto the rear…
NHTSA campaign 15V053000 · Power Train · filed Feb 2, 2015 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
The risk
If oil leaks and contacts the rear tire, a loss of control may occur, increasing the risk of crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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.
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.
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 15V053000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.